Atari/Atari Games VaxMail 1990 Jed Margolin
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From: BERT::LTURNER 2-JAN-1990 15:43:12.18
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: LTURNER
Subj: New Baby
This is to annouce the arrival of a new addition at the
Moore house. His name is Evan Alexander Bettencourt Moore.
He was born on Saturday, December 30, at 10:21A.
Weight -- 7 lbs 10 oz
Height -- 20 1/2 inches
Mother and baby are home and doing well.
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From: GAWD::MCCARTHY 3-JAN-1990 10:35:59.52
To: @sys$mail:hardware
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: 32Kx8-45 Static RAM pricing.
32Kx8 45nS static RAM 1990 pricing.
Motorola MCM6206P45 1K $18.00
5K $17.00
(Written quotation from Motorola)
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From: CHARM::ROTBERG "Professor of Gonzo" 4-JAN-1990 13:52:47.12
To: @STATUS
CC:
Subj: STUN Runner Status Report
STUN RUNNER
STUN RUNNER
GAME DEVELOPMENT STATUS STUN RUNNER
DATE: January 4, 1990
PL: ED ROTBERG DATE STARTED: 28 APR 88 9 JUN 88 PROJECT LEADER: HALLY START DATE: 2 MAY 88
LAB: STUN RUNNER (MULTISYNC)
EXT: 1727 OR 1720 NUMBER : 511
TEAM NU
| | SCHEDULE or | MISSED DATES |
| | | |
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PROJECT START: < 2 MAY 88>
1ST REVIEW: < 6 JUL 88> 8 JUL 88
MULTISYNC PCB DEBUGGED < 1 AUG 88>
2ND REVIEW: < 2 SEP 88> 24 AUG 88 15 AUG 88
3RD REVIEW: < 10 NOV 88> 4 NOV 88 14 OCT 88
FOCUS GROUP: < 22 NOV 88> 16 NOV 88
4TH REVIEW: < 31 MAR 89> 20 JAN 89 13 JAN 89
FIELD TEST: < 14 APR 89> 7 APR 89 10 MAR 89
FIELD TEST #2: < 16 JUN 89>
FIELD TEST #3: < 7 JUL 89>
PROD RELEASE: < 4 AUG 89> 28 JUL 89 2 JUN 89 26 MAY 89
FGA: < 18 SEP 89> 25 SEP 89 15 SEP 89 21 JUL 89
This is the final status report for STUN Runner. Thank you for your patience!
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From: KIM::DURFEY 4-JAN-1990 15:36:33.68
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: car for sale
For Sale:
1990 Mazda Miata,
Red, basic model
$17,800 or best offer.
See in parking lot today.
erik
X1755
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From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING, EXT 1750" 8-JAN-1990 09:29:49.49
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: CER's
Users on MIKE may now submit Component Evaluation Requests on-line by typing
'CER' at the VAX system prompt ($). The program will prompt for information
about the component, and forward the request to Component Engineering for
processing. The user should be prepared to answer specific questions such
as Atari part number, vendor part number, vendor contact and phone numbers.
The program allows for several comment lines, in which the user may include
whatever information may be appropriate. If additional information and/or
samples are required, the Component Engineer assigned to each request
will contact the requester if needed. The user will be notified when the
CER has been completed, and the results of the evaluation.
Users on BERT or ERNIE may also:
RUN ERNIE$USERDISK:[SPECS]SUBMITCER
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From: KIM::MCCARTHY 8-JAN-1990 13:38:07.20
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE,JOE,LEON,POPKIN
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: SOFTWARE UPDATE
SCICARDS PLOT USERS :
I have made some changes to SCIDPLOT and SDBATCHPLOT, to add
alternate title format sheets.
If I broke it, let me know.
Pat.
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From: KIM::RAY 8-JAN-1990 17:28:05.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: RAY
Subj: Brainstorming -- Thursday -- 12:00 -- RSVP!
This week's brainstorming session is the one you have all
been waiting for!!! It is your chance to offer advice on how
to:
Improve the game development process
Increase productivity
Maximize creativity
Make the work place more fun!
Many of your ideas, generated during the '88 brainstorming
season have been implemented:
You asked to have the opportunity to see what other
people are working on and to get feedback on what you
are working on: Walkabout Friday.
You felt like sometimes you put a lot of work into the
Game Initiation packet, only to find that management did
not agree with the direction you chose: Concept
Approval prior to Initiation.
You wanted to be able to dedicate someone to playing
your game to look for bugs: Tengen and outside play-
testers.
You wanted more productive game reviews: Game playable
in advance, review agendas.
You wanted Marketing to be more involved throughout the
whole project instead of just near the end: Weekly
project meetings with Product Manager.
You wanted RAM to simulate the graphics ROM for
development: G1 has this feature.
You wanted higher salaries, more vacation, and free
lunches: Well, you can't have everything!!
So RSVP to this VAX address by 9:00a.m. Wednesday (1/10) to
sign up for this once-a-year opportunity!
As usual, lunch will be provided in the luxurious Central
Conference Room promptly at 12:00 noon, Thursday, 1/11/90.
Thanks!!
John
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From: BERT::RAINS 8-JAN-1990 17:30:59.06
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE,@SYS$MAIL:ALPHATEAM,@SYS$MAIL:NUTEAM
CC:
Subj: ".ROM" files and MIXIT
I am working with Dave Shepperd on some code which will eventually become a
portable mixit-style program (to run on VAX, UNIX, PCs, Ariums, or whatever).
In looking over the various flavors of files supported by mixit and the PROM
programmer utilities, the .ROM format stands out as a particularly arcane and
difficult to implement file type. So I would like to know who is using .ROM
format, for what purpose, and which features of the format are being used.
Depending on the response, we may not implement .ROM format in the new program,
or we may only implement a subset of .ROM format functionality (DON'T PANIC:
the current VAX version of mixit would still be available for .ROM files).
Please reply via VAXmail. Your silence will be interpreted as "don't-care
bit" indicators.
Lyle
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From: KIM::DURFEY 10-JAN-1990 17:19:10.48
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: New name for Hard Drivin'
We are looking for a new name to be used for the updated version
of Hard Drivin'. Currently we are using Hard Drivin' 90 but are looking for
something that does not date the game.
Some suggestions so far:
Harder Drivin'
20% Harder Drivin'
Teen-aged Mutant Ninja Drivin'
You get the idea.
Also, we are looking for a logo or name for describing the link capability.
Such as :
Simu-link
Linx
What ever.
Send any ideas to this address.
Thanx
erik
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From: GAWD::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 10-JAN-1990 17:30:41.39
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: Bug Enhancement Report (the first of many)
With the recent upgrade of VMS, we got new features in almost
every utility that VMS has. Some of you know about them from complaints
about out-of-date command tables (we're working on a better solution for
that). At any rate, MAIL is no exception; it has new stuff (bugs or
features, you guess) too.
Mail changed it's database quite a bit. It now keeps track of
which printer you want (SET QUE TTxx, see the door of the printer room
for details), and you can choose your editor, and you may opt to be asked
for CC names or not. All of this stuff gets saved when you exit mail
for the next time. Except for Wordmarc users, you don't have to wrap
a command file around mail (MAIL$EDIT or MAIL$PRINT) in order to get it
to do what you want. Go into mail and do a SHOW ALL to find out your
environment. SET what you want different.
Of course, it has a price. In the process, it lost track of the
current message count for most accounts. Read all your messages, and then
do a READ/NEW to A)display an error message and B)set the count to zero.
Some time soon, we hope to let you know about some of the more
helpful changes. Soon as we figure out if any are helpful...
Watch this space for further details.
the Dave (the Herculean) and Sometimes Steve show
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From: BERT::HUNT "THUNDER JAWS -- RUSTY & NATALIE" 10-JAN-1990 20:58:06.62
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: PLAY IT NOW!
ThunderJaws ThunderJaws ThunderJaws ThunderJaws ThunderJaws
NEW AND IMPROVED!!
The latest/greatest version of ThunderJaws is now available for playing in
the Engineering common area...
SEE the beautiful prisoners transformed into lizard creatures...
FEEL the appreciation of said prisoners...
FLY through the air on the new jetpacks (2 player games only)...
HEAR the taunts of Madam Q...
FIND new and exciting bugs...
All this and more(!) are waiting for you NOW!
This version is a pre-field-test version and should be very playable!
Thank you for your support,
The ThunderJaws Team
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To: Becky Depew
Fr: Jed Margolin
Re: Hard Drivin' (the Saturday Morning Cartoon Show)
Dt: 11 January 1990
Main Characters:
John: Race Car Driver in his late twenties;
Terry: Teenage Boy, on the pit crew
Jennifer: Teenage Girl, on the pit crew
The series takes place during summer vacation which is why the
teenagers are not in school.
The Hard Drivin' team goes around the country competing in auto races.
The auto races are not the focus of the show, but merely the backdrop
because the team has adventures and battle bad guys. Like drug dealers.
When things get really desperate John makes his way to an arcade with
a Hard Drivin' Cockpit Game. He gets in it, starts it up, and recites a
magic phrase.
The Hard Drivin' Game is transformed into a real, jet powered car which
John drives out through a wall of the arcade that has opened for him.
Every show is resolved this way. There are lots of arcades, so there can be
lots of ways for the Hard Drivin' car to make its exit.
Most of the time John will be the hero but sometimes Terry or Jennifer will
be the one. (It is especially important that Jennifer gets to do it, too.)
Jed
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 11-JAN-1990 16:07:02.46
To: OWENS
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: Driver Sound Programmed Parts
I am have been meaning to ask you about it but I got caught in a time
crunch.
We are building more Drivers in March, so, because Production has a lot
of 27256s I changed the Driver Sound Board so it divides the Sound Wave Roms
in two banks which can be independently selected to be 27512s or 27256s.
Bank 1 contains eight sockets and Bank 2 contains four sockets. This is
because the existing sound data takes four 27512s which will be replaced with
eight 27256s. The Hard Drivin' upgrade kit will include additional ROMs
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From: BERT::OWENS 11-JAN-1990 16:15:59.46
To: KIM::MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: RE: Driver Sound Programmed Parts
If we are to make a 256 version of the sound roms, then we will need to do
a formal release of these parts. I assume you have already selected the
program part numbers for these new codes, (which is ok), what I need now is
formal documentation and memory masters to complete the release. As an option
you can submit a CER just to add the part numbers to the AVL, for the parts
planners over in MFG and complete the release with memory masters at a later
date. Let me know what you want to do.
RLO
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 11-JAN-1990 16:19:08.83
To: OWENS
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: Driver Sound Programmed Parts
I am have been meaning to ask you about it but I got caught in a time
crunch.
We are building more Drivers in March, so, because Production has a lot
of 27256s I changed the Driver Sound Board so it divides the Sound Wave Roms
in two banks which can be independently selected to be 27512s or 27256s.
Bank 1 contains eight sockets and Bank 2 contains four sockets. This is
because the existing sound data takes four 27512s which will be replaced with
eight 27256s. The Hard Drivin' upgrade kit will include additional ROMs
which will be 27512s in order to be compatible with the Sound Boards in
the field as well as the new boards.
The 27256s contain the same data as the 27512s in the last Rev only split
up. I have prepared documentation which I will give you tomorrow (Friday)
The other two parts are programmed GALs. I have a lot of questions about
how programmed GALS are released and bought (because we buy them programmed).
Do we provide them with a programmed part or a computer file?
What if we want the security fuse blown?
Do they test the devices with our test vectors or do they generate
their own? (Do they test them with anybody's test vectors?)
By the way, I have programmed the part's pn in the User Signature bits.
Unfortunately the Data I/O cannot read them except as fuses in ones and
zeros.
Jed
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 11-JAN-1990 16:41:40.83
To: RAY,MONCRIEF
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: Productivity
About your brainstorming memo.
The single largest factor in determining productivity is the
availability of tools.
I am talking VAXes and PCs.
Every second wasted waiting for the VAX to respond is irretrievably
lost, not to mention unproductive. The VAXs have been steadily getting
slower until last week when they went down a whole notch. Even so,
there are still people running Makes and other processes on KIM that
could be run on one of the Batch VAXes. Running these processes on
KIM brings the system to its knees, so that even ordinary EDTs are impossible.
Until the issues of computers is addressed, the issues of creativity
are pretty much immaterial.
This is not a request to attend the meeting.
Thanks,
Jed
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From: KIM::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 11-JAN-1990 19:16:51.31
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: more system stuff
If you are one of those who works with command files, including
your own login command file, you need to read DOK:UTL$.DOC . This applies
particularly if you are the local guru (the one everybody asks "How come my
computer ...") If you are one of those who asks the local guru, nevermind.
If you don't know how to read the file, you don't need to, and won't
want to. Its full of system stuff, and your guru will take care of you.
sas
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From: BERT::LTURNER 15-JAN-1990 11:24:51.38
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: LTURNER
Subj: New Baby
Congratulations to Byron & Bing Sheppard on the arrival of
their new son.
Vital Information:
When: Sat. Morning, Jan. 13
Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz.
Height: 20 1/2 in.
Name: Calvin
Mother and Baby are doing fine.
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From: GAWD::SHEPPERD 17-JAN-1990 13:57:15.96
To: @sys$mail:ee
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: Excuse me, did you say you needed tail?
Looking for tail? Seems like there's always a need for tail and the threshold
of pain has been getting lower for those of us who want it but can't get it,
so I did something about it.
If you are thinking what I think you are thinking, then think again.
I'm talking about the tail of a file. It's sometimes handy to look at the tail
end of a file, especially a .LOG file from a batch job in progress. Unix has
a nifty program called TAIL which does just that so I wrote a version for
VMS.
It copies the last n RECORDS of the specified input file to the specified output
file (defaulting to SYS$OUTPUT) making the output file attributes EXACTLY the
same as those of the input. Currently it only supports standard sequential
files, not indexed or relative (hardly anybody uses relative or indexed
files). All the record formats are supported except UDF (undefined).
The output file inherits the record attributes of the input file but they are
otherwise ignored. It can read a .LOG file while it is being created during
a batch job.
Login or RESTART to get the symbol, then type:
$ TAIL [/number] input_file [output_file]
where [] denotes optional data. The [/number] defaults to /23 so you can
get 1 screen's worth. The input_file is required and there are no defaults.
The output file defaults to SYS$OUTPUT (your terminal). Some examples:
$ TAIL BATCH.LOG !shows the last 23 lines of the .LOG file
$ TAIL /100 BATCH.LOG !shows the last 100 lines
$ TAIL /1 FRED.EXE FOO.EXE !copies the last block of fred to foo
ds
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From: BERT::CLARK 18-JAN-1990 10:49:29.63
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: 3M'S 164PIN PQFP'S
JED
THE BEST THAT 3M CAN DO WITH THEIR SOCKET IS $13.25, AT THIS TIME.
TOM C
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 25-JAN-1990 13:57:17.57
To: MEYETTE
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: AT Power Supply
AT Power Supply
----------------
The supply we need must be in an AT compatible case and have the following
voltages. The currents are minimums.
+5V at 18A
+12V at 6A
-5V at 0.5A
-12V at 0.5A
It would be useful to compare the cost for the above supply with the supply we
are using in our prototype which has:
+5V at 22A
+12V at 8A
-5V at 0.5A
-12V at 0.5A
Jed
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 26-JAN-1990 09:58:29.64
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: TEMP RECEPTIONIST
As you all know by now I'm leaving to have my baby, today is my last day.
Liane will be replacing me while I'm out. Please be helpful by letting her
know who you are when you're answering a page, when you want her to page
someone for you make sure you give her the extension you're at. I've noticed
that some of you aren't checking your dial tone for message waiting and your
messages are sitting up her for a long time. Please remember if you've left
your office for any length of time to listen to your dial tone when you return,
I know it,s aggravating to check your phone everytime and never have a message,
but that's the way the new system works.
It would be helpful if you introduced yourself to Liane when you're passing
through the lobby. She's a pretty girl so I know some of you single guys will
be tempted to STAND AROUND and SMALL talk her ear off, (you know who you are)
but please don't. We want her to have a comfortable stay here at Atari,
besides answering the phones will keep her busy enough. (said with a smile!)
Thanks for your help and understanding see you in a couple of months.
Stephanie
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From: BERT::JACKIE 26-JAN-1990 11:28:08.11
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,JACKIE,FUJIHARA,BENZLER,MOMODA
CC:
Subj: 1990 TRADE SHOWS
FOLLOWING ARE THE DATES OF THE 1990 TRADE SHOWS
ACME - MARCH 9-11, CHICAGO
AMOA - OCTOBER 25-27, NEW ORLEANS
JAMA - TENTATIVE DATES SET FOR OCTOBER 3-5, TOKYO
From: BERT::FUJIHARA 26-JAN-1990 15:26:29.89
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: FUJIHARA
Subj: COMPETITOR GAMES
Per Linda B., who called from Golfland Milpitas (test site for Thunderjaws),
Sega is testing a new 3-player game this weekend only:
ALIEN BUSTERS: Fighting game combined with shooting. Theme is
like a combo of the Aliens and Gremlins movies. She says it's not
a bad game but supposedly they will be pulling it after the weekend.
FINAL FIGHT: New Capcom game, is also there and earning fairly well.
$329 this week placing it right behind the top 3 (Mutant Turtles,
Cyberball, Hard Drivin'). This game is supposedly doing well right
now in many locations.
If you're in the area this weekend, check it out.
Mary
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From: BERT::ALBAUGH "Dr. Bizarro" 29-JAN-1990 16:29:26.11
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: Terminology survey
Well, I'm confused, so I decided to turn to the august
community of erstwhile scholars we know as sys$mail:ee to answer
a question (or set of them). First a little background. When I
started working on ASAP, I needed names for data items of 8, 16,
and 32 bits. The first and last were relatively easy, 8 bits
was the minimum addressable unit, so it was a byte. 32 bits was
the size of all registers and the data bus so it was a word.
That means 16 bits would be a halfword. This was simple, self-
explanatory, and had historical precedent (IBM 360, PDP-10, etc).
I toyed with the idea of calling them char, short, and int, but
someone (I forget who) flamed me severely so I abandoned that
approach. So loading 16 bits was done with a LDH (sign extend)
or LDUH (zero-fill) while loading a whole machine word was LD.
So far, so good. The fly in the ointment was that I was
assembling with a set of macros for MAC65, and .word generated
16-bit data while .long generated 32-bit data. I cobbled up a
version of MACAS to use .hword and .word respectively, but I
have never been _real_ happy with this and am getting less so.
When I ran the idea of reverting to the old definitions past
the two Eds, they agreed, but went on to say I should _also_
re-name the instructions. Under the proposed scheme we would have:
old new means
LD LDL load a 32-bit machine word
ST STL store a 32-bit machine word
LEA LEAL load the effective address of a 32-bit word
LDH LDW load a 16-bit halfword with sign extension
LDUH LDUW load a 16-bit halfword with zero-fill
STH STW store a 16-bit halfword
LEAH LEAW load the effective address of a 16-bit halfword
LDB LDB load an 8-bit byte with sign extension
LDUB LDUB load an 8-bit byte with zero-fill
STB STB store an 8-bit byte
This leaves open the question of just what we should call the 32-bit
entity in comments, circuit diagrams, etc. It _is_ a word, but we have
pre-empted that (pardon the expression) word to mean something else. "long"
means something to C programmers, but not neccesarily to everyone. Also
there is the not-inconsiderable problem that my daughter's initials (LEA)
would no longer be a valid mnemonic :-). Other than then over-40 references
to words in the spec (and who knows how many in various programs) the proposed
scheme has merit, but I am still bothered. So I'd like each of you who cares
(or doesn't) to reply telling me:
"I prefer the proposed way as stated"
"I prefer the proposed way, except forget the gratuitous 'L's"
"I prefer the current way"
"I prefer C (char) and S (short) and whoever disagrees can eat my..."
"I don't care (and promise not to whine and snivel about final choice)"
Those giving one of the first two answers should also be prepared to fill
in the blanks in the following sentence:
"You should call 32-bit quantities ______ in the hardware documentation"
Of course none of this would be neccesary if we hadn't all stopped
learning after the PDP-11 or 8086, but as it confuses me too.....
Thank you for your support. Maybe next week we can get into how I could
have been so brain-damaged as to make the sucker little-endian, with a
latched carry, and no _____-straddling memory-references (I need that term
soon :-)
Mike
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From: BERT::FUJIHARA 29-JAN-1990 16:49:00.28
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: FUJIHARA
Subj: GAME AWARDS
Atari Games has recently been recognized for the outstanding quality
of games produced in the past year. During the London ATE show,
HARD DRIVIN' received the "Game of the Year" award from the British
trade association and Atari Games was given an engraved crystal bowl
which will be presented to the Hard Drivin' design team.
Then, at the German IMA show, the association nominated both HARD DRIVIN'
and TETRIS as "Best Video Game for 1989". This was the first time two
games from the same company have ever shared this honor. Our German
distributor, Nova, is often our #1 distributor in the world, and it is
quite rare that a manufacturer is congratulated to this degree.
On another front, one of the leading consumer video magazines, "Video Games
and Computer Entertainment" awarded four of our games for Best of 1989:
Hard Drivin' - Best simulator
Cyberball 2072 - Best sports
Escape - Most innovative
Stunrunner - Best arcade game
These awards will be published in the February issue, which has now
been issued. Our games were selected based on a poll of the editorial
staff at the magazine. I received individual wall plaques for these
awards today and will arrange to have them prominently displayed in
our lobby.
Congratulations to all those who helped earned these terrific awards.
Mary
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 30-JAN-1990 15:13:38.39
To: CLARK
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: 320_15s
Tom,
Please put the following 320_15s on the AVL,
TMS320E15FZL 44 pin, Ceramic Quad, windowed
TMS320P15FNL 44 pin, PLCC, OTP
TMS320E15JDL 40 pin DIP, Ceramic, windowed
TMS320P15NL 40 pin DIP, Plastic, OTP
Thanks,
Jed
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From: GAWD::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 30-JAN-1990 15:24:24.97
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: Oh no, more stuff for sale!!
A number of people have asked me about a second phone line at their
house, some for computers, some for a business, and some for their kids.
You'll need to decide if it applies to you, but I just got a Radio
Shack flyer that offers a two-line desk telephone for $40 (usually $60,
when they stock them). You plug in one jack and buttons on the faceplate
let you select line 1 or line 2, and there is a HOLD feature. It has last-
number-redial, and can be set for rotary or touch-tone dialing. In appearance,
it looks like our brown phones with extra buttons above the flash button.
Unlike ours, they will work on the public network (at your house).
They do not have the flash button, for those who buy those special services
(message waiting and the like).
Yes, this is Radio Shack. It is good enough to last out the warranty,
but then it is guaranteed to break. On the other hand, a "good" one that
WILL last a long time runs around $150, and doesn't have as many features.
And yes, I'm thinking of getting one myself.
sas
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From: MIKE::MARGOLIN 31-JAN-1990 16:23:04.40
To: ROBBINS
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: part numbers
Lori,
These are the part numbers you needed for the DSK Board (formerly DSP32 Board)
137412-115 IC,Software_Protection,Type_0115,SLAPSTIC NCR
137665-1020 IC,OTP,PLD,20MHz,44P_PLCC TEXAS_INSTRUMENTS TMS320P15FNL
The 137665-1020 will be socketed. I will try to find out the part number of the
socket as soon as I can.
Jed
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From: BERT::MEYETTE 31-JAN-1990 16:27:54.31
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Missing Pages
Will the person who has Section 3 of the IBM AT Technical Reference Manual,
containing the power supply specifications, please let me borrow it.
Thnx,
Rick Meyette, Ext. 1752
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From: BERT::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 1-FEB-1990 18:52:33.92
To: @SM:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: ZMODEM, the second generation
Here's the latest scoop on ZMODEM transfers.
1) I changed the program to use 1024 instead of 64 byte blocks to
transfer. This should speed things up a bit.
2) The problem with some files not transferring seems to stem from
the method used to upload the file to the VAX in the first place.
I'm talking about .RAD files we tried as tests here. If the file
is uploaded using NFT COPY on the PC, the PC looks at the first 512
bytes of the file, and if a carriage return is found, decides the
file is a text file, and proceeds to transfer the file as text,
creating a STREAM file on the VAX, which will cause ZMODEM to barf
when trying to tranfer it. If no CR is found, the file is
created with fixed length records. The sneaky thing here is that
this error may or may not show up depending on the contents of the
file.
The way around this is to ALWAYS transfer BINARY files (like .RAD)
to and from your PC using NFT COPY/BLOCK. This forces the file into
the correct form on the VAX. Text files are OK to transfer without
the /BLOCK option.
If you have a file that won't transfer, a quick fix is to transfer
it down to the PC via NFT COPY/BLOCK, then NFT COPY/BLOCK it back.
This should fix the file so ZMODEM will work OK on it.
Let me know if you run into any other problems using SZ or RZ.
-- jim
P.S. I'm going to stick in wildcard processing as soon as I get the chance.
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From: BERT::OHARA "gems - the giant killer" 2-FEB-1990 16:06:20.61
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: OHARA
Subj: Temporary Disappearence
Just a note from your friendly neighborhood mail/office supply/et al
man to the effect that I will not be available to handle the mail or supply
requests in my usual efficacious manner during the period betwixt and between
10 Feb 90 and 25 Feb 90. My last day will be Friday the 9th of February and
Monday the 26th will be my first day back.
Dennis Nale and Yvette will be handling mail. Supplies can be gotten
by being extra nice to either Yvette, Sandi or perhaps June.
Be good, Be nice
gems
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From: BERT::FRANZELLA "Yvette" 5-FEB-1990 14:30:20.05
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: message
Whoever is interested in receiving their phone messages by vax, please vax a
message to Liane letting her know.
Thank you!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::MARGOLIN 5-FEB-1990 14:42:40.56
To: FRANZELLA
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj:
I would like to receive my phone messages by vax, but when I tried to vax
this message to Liane I was informed there is "no such user LIANE" . Does
she have an alias?
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 5-FEB-1990 14:44:35.36
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: message
Regarding vax mail messages - whenever you want to send a message to Liane
please use "Samaniego".
Thank You!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 5-FEB-1990 15:07:46.79
To: SAMANIEGO
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: Phone Messages
I would like to receive my phone messages by Vax Mail.
Jed
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From: CHARM::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 5-FEB-1990 15:46:45.00
To: MARGOLIN
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: the NEC Spinwriter
PLEASE!
DO NOT take your printouts from the middle of the pile without
taking care of the pile. The baskets will only start to stack printouts
if they are empty. They will continue to stack if you leave them alone
(and luck is with them) but you, yes you, personally guarantee that every
printout after the one you dig for will be mangled if you don't take
care of the whole pile.
This still applies if yours is the last job. If you can take the
time to find your job, then you have time to empty the basket. If you
don't, it still dumps the following listings on the floor.
I find it interesting to note that every time this happens, ALL
banner pages are removed which identify the culprit. I have had it with
cleaning up the room after others; since I can tell who the culprit is
by other means, I'll send them this annoying message for a few times, and
if that doesn't work, I'll let the public know. None of this is new.
sas
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 6-FEB-1990 13:20:32.99
To: SUTTLES
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: NEC Spinwriter
I am guilty. Yesterday, I removed a listing from the Spinwriter and did not
remove, separate, and stack the couple of listings in the basket.
One reason for this is because I am frequently unsuccessful in separating the
paper without it tearing. I assume that people use the Spinwriter because
they are going to use the printout for something reasonably important.
I am surprised to learn that the output from the Spinwriter is so volumious
that it spills out onto the floor.
I am puzzled by your reference to the header sheets being missing, thereby
making it difficult for you to trace the culprit. I have never seen the
Spinwriter produce a header sheet. Are we both talking about the Spinwriter
in the Printer Room or have I been missing something?
I do observe proper printer etiquette regarding the Printronix printers.
As long as we are on the subject of the Printer Room, it would be nice to have
a working terminal in the Printer Room or its vicinity, for those times when
something gets screwed up and I need to log on to get a listing. (My office is a
long way from the Printer Room.)
It would also be nice to add an additional terminal to the DIO Room so that both
the 288 and the 29 can be used at the same time.
Regards,
Jed
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From: KIM::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 6-FEB-1990 13:43:08.94
To: SANDY::MARGOLIN
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: RE: NEC Spinwriter
With reference to the header sheets, it is a stock message.
As you correctly infer, the problem applies more often to the Printronix
printers than it does to the spinwriter. However, as you also point out,
anyone wanting printouts worthy of retention uses the spinwriter; unfortunately,
this includes printouts of online documentation, and quite a few people use
it for printing mail message, status reports, and general memos. It does
indeed spill out onto the floor.
It would cure the stacking problem if you would simply remove the
detritus from the basket and put it on the shelves. It is assumed that
when people pick up their listings, they check for a complete listing.
Finding an appendix, it would only be reasonable to assume they would remove
the others' listings from their own, and leave them for the others involved.
The reason I sent the message (the reason I send it every time I do so)
is because there were enough printouts following the missing one to cause
problems. Admittedly, this is contrary to general supposition (nobody thinks
we use that printer, but we go through more supplies for that one than
both printronix combined.
With regards to a terminal in the printer room, there is one. It is
usually powered off because it has a problem with overheating. It is across
from the Spinwriter.
With regards to another terminal in the Data I/O room, there are already
two in place. We have eight ports tied up with the current configuration,
because we have to provide DIO support when either Kim or Charm is down; four
ports are present for each system. In order to add a terminal to control the
other DIO at the same time would require the addition of four more ports (a
terminal and a device port on each of two systems). We don't have the wiring,
the free ports, or any working terminals to support this, and we also lack
the space to put the equipment if we did. Lastly, the usage is highly sporadic.
The 29 can go for a week without any usage, and then the biggest obstacle to
getting it is other people using it, not the 288. If you find a problem using
the 29 because of 288 users, you might point out to them that there is another
288 near Ed Logg's lab, with an associated terminal.
sas
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 6-FEB-1990 14:43:58.65
To: SUTTLES
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: Spinwriter message
Since you want me to handle Spinwriter listings already in the basket on
those few times I use the Spinwriter, then fine, I will be happy to.
Since you don't want to put in a separate terminal in the DIO Room for the
29, then fine, I will handle being frustrated when I come to use it and
find it the 288 occupied by somebody whose ROMs are done but they are nowhere
to be found.
BUT, don't tell me the terminal in the Printer Room is functional, because it
is NOT. Yesterday, I tried to use it; the screen is too dim. And even when it
was working, it didn't work properly.
Regards,
Jed
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From: BERT::WOOD 6-FEB-1990 15:43:21.48
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Company vehicle use
It is now company policy that company employees are not--under any
circumstances--permitted to use company-owned vehicles for personal use.
Only those employees who are on the company's designated drivers' list
will be permitted to drive company-owned vehicles for company business
during scheduled work hours.
This policy must be strictly enforced in order to limit the company's
liability exposure and maintain good standing with our new insurance carrier.
Dennis Wood
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From: KIM::BRAD 6-FEB-1990 15:46:49.98
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: BRAD
Subj: RE: Company vehicle use
Alright, who left the beer cans in the van?
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From: GAWD::SHEPPERD 6-FEB-1990 16:08:16.12
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: New release of LLF
I just released version 3.1 of LLF. It has a few bugs fixed from 3.0,
mainly in handling exception conditions and reporting warnings where
not really appropriate.
ds
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 7-FEB-1990 13:19:49.31
To: MCCARTHY
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: User Signature Fuses
" To select the ABEL device file for the GAL follow these rules
" 1. Registers are required.
" Use the P16V8R.
" 2. No registers, but feedback from 8 I/O pins is required.
" Use the P16V8R.
" 3. No registers, but feedback from 6 I/O pins is required.
" Use the P16V8C.
" 4. No registers or feedback, but 8 terms per output are required.
" Use the P16V8S.
The 16V8 has 64 bits available for user data, starting at fuse 2056.
Unfortunately the Data I/O does not have a decent way of reading it.
fuses "User Signature Word
[2056..2087] = '052-';
[2088..2119] = '1139';
The 20V8 has 64 bits available for user data, starting at fuse 2568.
fuses "User Signature Word
[2568..2599] = '052-';
[2600..2631] = '1140';
I use the User Signature Word for the programmed part number.
(052-1140 is 136052-1140.)
Jed
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From: BERT::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 7-FEB-1990 13:34:57.93
To: @SM:ENGINEER,@SM:ANIMATORS
CC:
Subj: ZMODEM updated
Greetings,
SZ, that nutty little ZMODEM file download program now supports full
VMS wildcards for filenames. For instance,
sz [petrick] ! This will send all files in the petrick dir.
sz [-]*.com ! This sends all .COM files in the directory
above the current directory.
sz [...]puma.* ! Sends all files in any subdirectory of the
current subdirectory that are named puma
sz p* ! Sends all files starting with the letter p
of any file type.
Anyways, you get the idea.
-- jim
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From: BERT::ROTBERG "Professor of Gonzo" 7-FEB-1990 15:55:53.49
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Somebody out there likes us!!!
Path: dms!motcsd!apple!mips!zaphod.mps.ohio-state.edu!tut.cis.ohio-state.edu!unmvax!ariel!lazlo
From: lazlo@ariel.unm.edu (Lazlo Nibble)
Newsgroups: rec.games.video
Subject: Re: Arcade classics
Message-ID: <1523@ariel.unm.edu>
Date: 7 Feb 90 06:28:08 GMT
References: <3180@rouge.usl.edu> <13345@cbnewsc.ATT.COM>
Reply-To: lazlo@ariel.unm.edu.UUCP (Lazlo Nibble)
Distribution: usa
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While I can't say for sure that any of their more recent machines is
destined to become an arcade classic in the sense that Donkey Kong,
Pac-Man, and Asteroids did, I *will* say that the one company that's
managed to stand for exceptional creativity and high quality games
in the past four or five years has definitely been Atari. They've
been on a stone-cold roll since Marble Madness and haven't let up
since.
I could wheel out titles in my sleep: Indiana Jones, 720, Road Runner,
Toobin', APB, Xybots, Vindicators, Paperboy, Cyberball, S.T.U.N.
Runner, Hard Drivin', Super Sprint, Escape From The Planet Of The Robot
Monsters, Gauntlet, Tetris . . . there must be a dozen more . . .
They're all wonderfully *different* games, lots of neat ideas, and not
a SINGLE GODDAMN CHOP-SOCKEY/HAND-TO-HAND-STREET-COMBAT GAME IN THE
BUNCH! A plague upon the houses of the manufacturers that are cranking
out that sort of garbage month after month after month. Good lord,
even Williams . . .
Lazlo (lazlo@ariel.unm.edu)
------------------------------------
DISCLAIMER: "Hey, don't look at ME!"
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 7-FEB-1990 16:39:42.10
To: SHEPPERD
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: TMS320 Macro Assembler
;This is what used to work:
.TITLE DSOUND
.ENABL USD,LC
.INCLUDE TMS320.INC
.ASECT
.RADIX 16
.ENABL AMA
; Driver Sound Tests routines for TMS-320
;
; Programmer: Jed Margolin
;
; Date: 8/5/85
;
; Hardware: Driver Sound
;
; MAC65
;-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
; Use:
; MAC65 TMS320.MAC/NP
; LINKM TMS320/NP
; LTO TMS320
; This produces TMS320.OL with TMSCODE and TMSEND Labels
;-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
: code
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From: GAWD::SHEPPERD 7-FEB-1990 17:13:22.32
To: MARGOLIN
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: tms320
Change the following and should work:
old: .INCLUDE TMS320.INC
new: .INCLUDE UTL$MAC:TMS320.INC
old: ; Use:
old: ; MAC65 TMS320.MAC/NP
old: ; LINKM TMS320/NP
new: ; Use:
new: ; MAC65 TMS320/LIS !/LIS only if you want a listing file
new: ; LLF TMS320.OB/MAP !/MAP only if you want a map file
ds
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 8-FEB-1990 14:13:42.32
To: SUTTLES
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: My Phone
There have been several times where people have called me from the
Outside and my phone has not rung.
I would like to be able to get Outside calls.
Regards,
Jed
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From: CHARM::SHEPPERD 8-FEB-1990 14:18:37.31
To: MARGOLIN
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: TMS320 assembly procedure
The old stuff:
;-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
; Use:
; MAC65 TMS320.MAC/NP
; LINKM TMS320/NP
; LTO TMS320
; This produces TMS320.OL with TMSCODE and TMSEND Labels
;-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The new stuff:
;-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
; Use:
; MAC68K TMS320/LIS !/LIS only if you want a listing
; ^^^ use a different assembler
; The creates a TMS320.OB object file.
;-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Plus you have to add to and change a couple of things in your TMS320.MAC file:
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
New | Old
-------------------------------- 80 -----------------------------------------
.psect TICODE | .=0
.globl TMSCODE |
TMSBEGIN: |
-------------------------------- 88 -----------------------------------------
.=TMSBEGIN+10 | .=10
-------------------------------- 94 -----------------------------------------
.=TMSBEGIN+30 | .=30
-------------------------------- 1168 ---------------------------------------
TMSEND == .-TMSBEGIN |
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Then you can LLF the TMS320.OB file with your 68000 code directly BUT you
will need to include it in an options file:
TMS320.OPT:
FILE (TMS320.OB additional_68k_files_to_link ...)
LOCATE (TICODE_ : 0x0000 TO 0x3FFF OUTPUT 0x????)
DECLARE (TMSCODE 0x????)
where the ???? is the address in 68k address space where you want the
TMS320 code to reside. (NOTE that the section name is TICODE_ with
a trailing underscore, even though the .psect name in the .MAC file
doesn't have a trailing underscore). The global symbol TMSCODE is
set in the options file by the DECLARE directive and TMSEND is set
by the assembler.
ds
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 8-FEB-1990 15:30:35.51
To: SHEPPERD
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: TMS320
I made the changes in TMS320.MAC and it seems to run, except that it insists
on assembling statements even after '.END'
on TMS320.OPT: I would like the TMS code to appear after the program segment
like it did before. The following is my old locate file:
locate(PROGRAM TICODE: #1000);
locate(VECTORS: #0000);
locate($$seg14 : #0FFC000 TO #0FFCFFF );
Does this need to change and what is 0x0000 TO 0x3FFF and do I need to
fill in the 'x'?
How do I tell it there is an .OPT file and whom would I tell?
TMS320.OPT:
FILE (TMS320.OB additional_68k_files_to_link ...)
LOCATE (TICODE_ : 0x0000 TO 0x3FFF OUTPUT 0x????)
DECLARE (TMSCODE 0x????)
The following is how I used to link it. Does it need to change?
$ LLF DSOUND,TMS320,STUB,dsound.lc/opt/sym/map
$ EXIT
Jed
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From: KIM::SHEPPERD 8-FEB-1990 15:59:51.83
To: SANDY::MARGOLIN
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: RE: TMS320
>I made the changes in TMS320.MAC and it seems to run, except that it insists
>on assembling statements even after '.END'
.END is only advisory (it's a comment as far as the assembler is concerned)
except if there's a label on it in which case the label is read to be the
program start address.
>on TMS320.OPT: I would like the TMS code to appear after the program segment
> like it did before. The following is my old locate file:
Oh. This will require some more work. I'll have to fix a problem in LLF
in order for you to do that.
> locate(PROGRAM TICODE: #1000);
> locate(VECTORS: #0000);
> locate($$seg14 : #0FFC000 TO #0FFCFFF );
>
>Does this need to change and what is 0x0000 TO 0x3FFF and do I need to
>fill in the 'x'?
0x is another way of specifying hex (it's the C syntax for hexidecimal).
The 0 to 3FFF is to locate the TMS320 program in TMS320 address space (0-3FFF
or whatever) and the OUTPUT is to locate that block of code into the
68000's address space. LLF won't do what you want directly, I'll have to
figure something out. In the meantime, you can put the TMS320 code somewhere
in the 68000's address space that doesn't conflict with the 68000's program.
You might make your option file (DSOUND.LC) look like:
FILE (DSOUND STUB TMS320.OB)
locate(PROGRAM : #1000 TO 7FFF);
locate(VECTORS : #0000);
locate($$seg14 : #0FFC000 TO #0FFCFFF );
LOCATE (TICODE_ : 0x0000 TO 0x3FFF OUTPUT 0x8000)
DECLARE (TMSCODE 0x8000)
Change the 7FFF and 8000 to whatever is appropriate (wherever there is
room for the TMS code). Then you link it with:
$ LLF dsound.lc/opt/sym/map
$ EXIT
ds
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 8-FEB-1990 16:33:17.60
To: SHEPPERD
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: TMS320
I changed DSOUND.LC to:
FILE (DSOUND STUB TMS320.OB)
locate(PROGRAM : #1000 TO 7FFF);
locate(VECTORS : #0000);
locate($$seg14 : #0FFC000 TO #0FFCFFF );
LOCATE (TICODE_ : 0x0000 TO 0x3FFF OUTPUT 0x8000)
DECLARE (TMSCODE 0x8000)
and ran
$ LLF dsound.lc/opt/sym/map
$ EXIT
and got:
$ @LNK
%LLF-E-ERROR,Segment is not present in object code
locate(PROGRAM : #1000 TO 7FFF);
^
%LLF-E-ERROR,Expected ':' here, assumed
DECLARE (TMSCODE 0x8000)
^
%LLF-W-WARN,Segment {VECTORS } at 00000000 overlays another segment or reserved mem
%LLF-I-INFO,Completed with 2 error(s) and 1 warning(s)
MARGOLIN job terminated at 8-FEB-1990 16:27:52.85
Accounting information:
Buffered I/O count: 183 Peak working set size: 930
Direct I/O count: 202 Peak page file size: 3319
Page faults: 4226 Mounted volumes: 0
Charged CPU time: 0 00:00:07.88 Elapsed time: 0 00:00:21.31
Jed
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From: KIM::SHEPPERD 8-FEB-1990 16:58:15.37
To: SANDY::MARGOLIN
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: RE: TMS320
> FILE (DSOUND STUB TMS320.OB)
> locate(PROGRAM : #1000 TO 7FFF);
^ need a # or 0x here
> [...]
> DECLARE (TMSCODE 0x8000)
^ apparently need a : here.
>
>%LLF-W-WARN,Segment {VECTORS } at 00000000 overlays another segment or reserved mem
To fix this (or at least make LLF shut up about it), you'll need to make
a small change to TMS320.MAC:
new old
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
.GLOBL TMSCODE | .ASECT
.PSECT TICODE |
TMSBEGIN: |
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
.=TMSBEGIN | .=0000
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
.=TMSBEGIN | .globl TMSCODE
| .psect TICODE
| TMSBEGIN:
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
ds
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From: KIM::SHEPPERD 8-FEB-1990 18:02:21.93
To: MARGOLIN
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: Assemble and link TMS320 again. It ought to work
From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 8-FEB-1990 18:25:33.15
To: SHEPPERD
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: Thank You
It seems to work. Thank you.
Jed
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From: BERT::LIANE 9-FEB-1990 08:03:24.37
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
JUST A REMINDER: You have two days left (today and Monday) to place your
flower order for Valentine's Day delivery on Wednesday the 14th. Orders
must be paid for by Monday for those of you who have already ordered.
Checks are accepted and need to be written out to "The Flowerman". THANKS!
Liane
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 9-FEB-1990 13:29:35.42
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: in search of the comfort zone
Forget the comfort zone. I'ld be happy with a themostat control around
here that would work right. On the other hand, I should be used too this
kind of stuff comming from the other building I thought the grass looked
greener on this side. Ha...
Is it just me or is it hot in here?
Farrohk
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 9-FEB-1990 14:12:42.14
To: SHEPPERD
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: It broke
After adding some code it assembles ok but gives the following message
during LLF:
$ LNK
%LLF-E-ERROR,.TEST expression computed true: ;DMA too big
%LLF-E-ERROR,.TEST expression computed true: ;DMA too big
%LLF-E-ERROR,.TEST expression computed true: ;DMA too big
%LLF-I-INFO,Completed with 3 error(s) and 0 warning(s)
MARGOLIN job terminated at 9-FEB-1990 14:08:47.68
Accounting information:
Buffered I/O count: 181 Peak working set size: 1040
Direct I/O count: 180 Peak page file size: 3352
Page faults: 4032 Mounted volumes: 0
Charged CPU time: 0 00:00:08.35 Elapsed time: 0 00:00:19.70
Jed
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From: BERT::ALBAUGH "Dr. Bizarro" 9-FEB-1990 14:54:24.66
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: GreenHills Structure padding
In the process of defining some offsets in an assembly
program to reference a structure in 'C', I did a little experiment
and was (a bit) surprised. You may be aware of the padding needed
when a structure contains elements larger than a byte. What you
may not be aware of is that GreenHills (by default) applies that
padding even to structures that do _not_ contain any elements
larger than a byte. That is, the following C:
struct three_byte {
char a;
char b;
char c;
} foo[2] = { {1,2,3},{4,5,6} };
will normally produce the following assembly:
foo: DC.B 1
DC.B 2
DC.B 3
DCB.B 1,0 ; |
| |
+-------+
The problem is that /UNLOCK and /WL occur at the same time, plus or minus a
gate delay or two. If the path for /WL is slightly slower, the EEPROM will not
get unlocked. The solution is to do the unlock with a byte write to the high
byte only. This suppresses /WL and the problem goes away.
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 13-FEB-1990 13:15:57.32
To: CLARK
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: Power
AT Power Supply
----------------
The supply we need must be in an AT compatible case and have the following
voltages. The currents are minimums.
+5V at 18A
+12V at 6A
-5V at 0.5A (I told Rick Meyette that 0.3A is ok)
-12V at 0.5A (I told Rick Meyette that 0.3A is ok)
It would be useful to compare the cost for the above supply with the supply we
are using in our prototype which has:
+5V at 22A
+12V at 8A
-5V at 0.5A
-12V at 0.5A
Jed
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From: BERT::CLARK 13-FEB-1990 13:21:28.75
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: "AT" POWER
THANKS
TOM
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From: BERT::CLARK 13-FEB-1990 16:03:08.39
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: VOICE-ACTIVATED-ROM'S
ANYONE INTERESTED IN TALKING TO A BILL BRADFORD FROM MOSEL, ON
VOICE ACTIVATED ROM'S, LET ME KNOW BY 10AM TOMARROW, FEB 14.
I CAN ARRANGE TIME WITH HIM ON FRIDAY.
THANKS
TOM C
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 13-FEB-1990 16:43:06.85
To: BERT::CLARK
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: RE: VOICE-ACTIVATED-ROM'S
what is a voice activated ROM?
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CLARK 14-FEB-1990 07:15:55.87
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: VOICE ACTIVATED ROM'S
SORRY FOR THOSE WHO DO NOT KNOW WHAT A VOICE- ACTIVATED-ROM IS.
THEY HAVE MAINLY USED IN TOY'S LIKE, THE BASEBALL THAT WHEN THROWN MAKES
THE SOUND OF BREAKING GLASS. ANY SOUND CAN BE PROGRAMMED INTO THE DEVICE
AND THE WAY I UNDERSTAND IT, IT CAN BE ACTIVATED BY DIFFERENT MEANS, EVEN BY
VOICE. THERE COULD BE SOME INTERESTING GAMES FROM THIS I WOULD THINK.
.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LIANE 14-FEB-1990 09:38:34.26
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY! For those of you who ordered flowers, "The Flowerman"
said they will be delivered around noon today. Please don't forget to pick
them up and please help me out by telling me your name and what you ordered.
I'm still trying to remember the faces with the names. THANK YOU!
LIANE
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LIANE 14-FEB-1990 09:54:11.21
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: MESSAGE
STEPHANIE HAD A BABY BOY!!!!!!!!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LIANE 14-FEB-1990 10:47:47.57
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: MESSAGE
HI JED. YOUR DENTIST OFFICE CALLED AND HAS SET AN APPT. FOR YOU FOR TOMORROW
AT 1 PM. PLEASE CALL MARGARET TO CONFIRM OR CANCEL AT 323-1381.
LIANE
___________________________________________________________________________
From: CHARM::HARPER 14-FEB-1990 14:22:04.60
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Teeth Games
If you've been at Atari a number of years you might be able to help me...
A dentist friend of mine contacted me and says he's interested in using
computers to teach young children about good dental habits. He wants to
design a game that is fun to play, but also would instruct the kids how
to brush correctly (don't forget to floss!). He said he heard of an old
game written by someone at Atari called "Plaque Wars" or "Plak Wars" or
something just as original. I seem to recall hearing about this, but I
just can't place it. It was probably written for the old 800 computer.
If you know ANYTHING about this program, I would appreciate the information,
and it's for a good cause!
Thanks!
Dennis Harper
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::HUNT "THUNDER JAWS -- RUSTY & NATALIE" 14-FEB-1990 15:52:46.19
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: New Version of ThunderJaws...
The latest ThunderJaws is now playable in the Eng. common area...
FEEL the crush of the turbines and filters...
RIDE the Great Green Gondola (if you can find it)...
SLIP past the deadly Pulsar Rays...
JUMP onto the "Spinning Blades of Death" (and survive!)
SEE the lightning and HEAR the thunder!
Again, as always, all new and previously unreported bugs earn you...
BIG BUG BONUS POINTS. Collect the whole set!
The ThunderJaws Team
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CAMERON "OF SISKEL, EBERT, & CAMERON" 15-FEB-1990 13:44:01.48
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: movies
Tonight, two good flicks at the same time!
Channel 2 - 8 pm: "Something Wild" with the now famous Melanie Griffith
and Jeff Daniels. She picks him up and takes him for
the ride of his life. Great musical score, too, for all
you lovers of Live 105 Modern Rock.
Channel 44 - 8 pm:"At Close Range" with Christopher Walken and Sean Penn.
The elder of the two plays a crazed criminal that
his boys to follow him into his line of work. The film
is a moody psycological thriller of sorts.
(fill in the blank on line two - "wants")oops!
A very interesting movie about the power of influence
a father can have over his son and what happens if he
loses that power.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LIANE 15-FEB-1990 14:26:59.68
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: MESSAGE
UPDATE ON STEPANIE'S BABY BOY. HIS NAME IS DAVID ANDREW AND HE WEIGHED
7 POUNDS 8 OZ. AND IS 20 INCHES LONG. THEY'RE BOTH DONING FINE AND THEY'LL
BE HOME TOMORROW.
LIANE
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From: BERT::LIANE 15-FEB-1990 15:28:08.37
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: MESSAGE
OOPS! MY LAST MESSAGE HAD A TYPING ERROR. IT SHOULD BE "DOING" NOT "DONING"
O.K., I'M FAR FROM PERFECT...
LIANE
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 15-FEB-1990 18:46:33.09
To: CLARK
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: 44 pin PLCC Socket
I need a production style 44 pin PLCC socket to check the board layout
before we go out for film and have boards made.
Could you get me one today, please?
Jed
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::HUNT "THUNDER JAWS -- RUSTY & NATALIE" 15-FEB-1990 22:53:44.13
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: COME PLAY THUNDERJAWS!!! NEW AND IMPROVED VERSION!!!
THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS
THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS
THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS THUNDERJAWS
is going out on Field Test TODAY!!! Please play the game out in the
common area and tell us if you find any bugs, especially in wave 3,
the tube and geothermal plant waves. Also, if you happen to kill the
oil derrick monster at the same time it kills you, watch what happens
and let me know. Reporting this oil monster circumstance is worth
TWO BUG BONUS POINTS, bug or no bug. So get out there and earn those
points. Norm is in the lead with 4, Kelly and Glen are next with 2.
Norm and Kelly are on vacation, so now is the perfect time to try and
catch them!!
Thanks,
The ThunderJaws Team minus Rusty
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CAMERON "OF SISKEL, EBERT, & CAMERON" 16-FEB-1990 09:06:01.98
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: HOW TO BE A TOTAL TATER
It's going to be a cold rainy yuchy evening. Maybe the best thing to do
is just put on your fez and slippers, hop on the sofa, and follow
this line-up:
1. First, check out the photo on page 1 of the San Jose Merc; George
Bush doing his Jimmy Swaggert impersonation.
2. Watch the tape of the movie that you didn't watch last night.
3. Invite all your campy friends over, gather up all your unused
coathangers, and watch "Mommie Dearest" on channel 44 @ 8 pm.
4. Then quickly switch channels to channel 9 and watch Sidney Poitier
and Shelley Winters in "A Patch of Blue". Shelley Winters plays
mommie dearest to a blind girl, who in 1965, can't see that
Sidney is black and that anything is wrong with him befriending
her. It is a heartwarming tale and Shelley Winters is meaner than
Joan Crawford could ever be. Sidney Poitier is great, as always.
The movie starts at 10:30.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::PEREZ "Ralph Perez" 20-FEB-1990 08:56:20.95
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: HELP
I have an IBM PC and I need DOS 3.3 to run my modem. Does anyone out there
have a copy of IBM DOS 3.3 or know if there is a way to run MS DOS on an
IBM? I would mucho appreciato any helpo!
Gracias,
Ralph
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From: BERT::LIANE 20-FEB-1990 09:04:51.30
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: MESSAGE
HI JED. JOHN BELAMY FROM AMP CALLED AT 8:45 AM AND WOULD LIKE YOU TO RETURN
HIS CALL AT 255-3830.
LIANE
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::ROWE "Rofo" 21-FEB-1990 13:55:15.98
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: DAY CARE
URGENT!!!!
Looking for day care for two year old starting next week.
please call
Rob Rowe 434-1745 or (home)945-0153
___________________________________________________________________________
From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 22-FEB-1990 12:58:38.11
To: CLARK
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: DSP32C
Tom,
We just received a copy of the bug list for the F32 and F33 versions.
In the process of fixing the bugs in the F32 they introduced new bugs in
the F33. We can live with the bugs in the F32. We cannot live with the bugs
in the F33.
The entry in the AVL is for the F33. Please change it to call out
the F32.
From:
137661-080 IC,CMOS,DSP,80ns,164P,PQFP,25mil
AT&T_MICROELECTRONICS M-WE-DSP32C-F33-080
137661-100 IC,CMOS,DSP,100ns,164P,PQFP,25mil
AT&T_MICROELECTRONICS M-WE-DSP32C-F33-100
To:
137661-080 IC,CMOS,DSP,80ns,164P,PQFP,25mil
AT&T_MICROELECTRONICS M-WE-DSP32C-F32-080
137661-100 IC,CMOS,DSP,100ns,164P,PQFP,25mil
AT&T_MICROELECTRONICS M-WE-DSP32C-F32-100
Thanks,
Jed
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::WILLIAMSON 22-FEB-1990 15:04:58.38
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK,WILLIAMSON
CC:
Subj:
I HAVE A PACKAGE IN RECEIVING FROM DESIGNER MOULDING WITH NO NAME
OR PO NUMBER. THE PACKAGE CONTAINS DIFFERENT COLORED MOLDING
SAMPLES. IF IT IS YOURS OR SOMEBODY YOU KNOW PLEASE CONTACT ME
AT EXT.
3934 THANK-YOU
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 22-FEB-1990 15:25:30.08
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE,@SYS$MAIL:MARKETING
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: printer problems, and temporary solution
The printer known as MKT$PRINT (near James O'Hara's office) is
broken. I've arranged for most stuff that would go there to go to
RAINS$PRINT (in the old PPS equipment room, across from the animators),
which is a similar type of printer. If you need help finding it,
Dennis Nale is posting a map on the old printer. When it is fixed,
things will quietly revert to the way they were before. If you have
problems sending stuff (it doesn't come out at all), see me, and
we'll come up with a workaround for that application.
sas
___________________________________________________________________________
From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 22-FEB-1990 20:36:44.87
To: MARGOLIN
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: hello test
this message is deliberately left non-empty.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OHARA "gems - the giant killer" 23-FEB-1990 15:48:31.19
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: OHARA
Subj: Rumours concerning me
I'm gone
Thank You to all of you who've made this job bearable if not
an always a pleasure. I wish you well.
farewell
James Brendan O'Hara
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::DOWNEND 26-FEB-1990 10:53:04.13
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Farewell Lunch - Dave Theurer
As you may know, Dave Theurer volunteered for the layoff. Join us for
a farewell lunch on Wednesday, 2/28/90 at 12 Noon. RSVP to Downend.
Details forthcoming - probably Mexican or pizza for lunch. John Salwitz
is arranging for a plaque commemerating Dave's products: Soccer, Missile
Command, Tempest, I Robot, and APB. Am I missing any?
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::WOOD 26-FEB-1990 15:46:23.87
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: COMPANY MEETING
Mr. Nakajima will hold a meeting for all employees on Tuesday,
February 27, at 2:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. Please plan to attend.
Dennis Wood
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LTURNER 26-FEB-1990 17:34:48.89
To: @SYS$MAIL:MOOREGANG
CC: LTURNER
Subj: Engineering Meeting
There are two meetings scheduled by Rich Moore for Wednesday, Feb. 28.
The first meeting is at 10:00A in the Engineering Common Area for all
engineering departments except Design Services. The second meeting
will be at 11:00A in the Central Conference Room for only
Design Services.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::BRAD 26-FEB-1990 19:14:11.68
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: BRAD
Subj: What now?
Well, they've left...
We feel either sad because they are gone, or guilty for staying behind and not
volunteering instead. I'm sure most of them will do just fine (or perhaps
better) out there in the 'real world'.
But now we should start thinking of the future and how to turn this company
around. I'm not much for sending out messages but I am one for asking for ideas
and contributions from people. I personally feel that the ones receiving this
message are the salvation of this company. We need to start planning for the
future and this forum seems to be a good place to start.
I suppose it would do no good to complain about the past and the lack of
cooperation from upper management (complaining has never worked in the past).
But, I'm going to jump on my soapbox for the remainder of this paragraph:
Through the years I've heard at almost every 'large' meeting complaints about
the lack of communication from management to the masses. Complaints about the
absence of an explanation of what our company's strategic plan is (or if there
really is one!). I've never heard an explanation, and I bet that when we meet
again we still won't hear one.
How can we work for the common good if we don't know what the common good is?
I admit that they have a VERY tough job. And, we are somewhat at the mercy of
the volatile industry we're in. And, I also admit that engineering management
has made great strides in developing good constructive methods to help in the
creation of products (we've seen better brainstorming meetings, the start of
concept approval meetings, pitch sessions -- I think that Rich Moore, Chris
Downend and John Ray really care about us and the company). These changes have
made projects run smoother and we really produce a better product.
I guess my biggest complaint is the lack of general direction and explanation
of our stragetic plans.
[stepping off of soapbox]
Yeah, I guess I'm sticking my neck out a bit since I'm one of the managers
(but lower management... LOWER!). It would seem that I should keep my mouth
shut and go with the flow. But, I can't. I feel that we all should be heard.
We all should have a say in where OUR company is going.
So, I'm soliciting ideas, comments and anything that you feel would contribute
to help our situation. Several ideas have been talked about in the past but
never really considered by management (trying out other markets, creating new
ones, there's more but I won't list them here -- we have a lot of creative
people in this company!). We can revisit those ideas and/or any other topic you
wish to discuss. All I ask is that you stay lite on complaints and heavy on
suggestions AND that you send your messages to '@sys$mail:ee' and not to me.
Remember: be constructive. I tend to agree that complaining about an issue is
of no use unless it's done in a constructive manner (for instance, if you
complain about an item, let's hear your ideas for improvement).
Lastly I'll leave you with this long quote from Charles Swindoll's "Growing
Strong in the Seasons of Life":
"
Edward Roy had a problem. Earthy, but not earth-shattering. Not very
enjoable to talk about at dinner either, but big enough to make the man
struggle through a few sleepless nights.
He ran a lowly business - JIFFY JOHN of Pompano Beach, Florida. Five
hundred portable toilets for rent. Band concerts, construction sites, church
picnics, outdoor gatherings of any size could rent his product. But that
wasn't Ed's problem. As expected, when he started his business in 1982, lots
of folks in Florida needed a place to be alone when they were caught out in
the open. Rentals were up. That was good and bad.
Now he had to figure out what to do with all the sewage... that was
the problem. Many a man would've thrown his hands in the air in exasperation
and spent half his profit to have somebody haul off his product's product.
Not Ed. There had to be a better way.
In his search for a solution, he found a solar-heating process that
turned sewage into fertilizer. Then came a masterstroke of marketing:
instead of trying to sell the technology directly to local Florida communities,
his company expanded and began to operate three $3 million plants itself.
Under this new arrangement, the company would treat sewage for a fee and
convert it into fertilizer, which was, in turn, sold for a substantial
profit. A limited partnership soon produced the cash - the JIFFY INDUSTRIES,
INC. provided a good tax shelter. I suppose we could say Edward Roy literally
turned his problem into a project.
And what a project! Jiffy stock turned in the year's best
performance on any American exchange, rising from 92 cents a share to a
whopping $16.50 - a spectacular 1,693 percent gain. Newsweek magazine
recently reported that "with dozens of states suffering from a surfeit of
sewage... Jiffy's 'Anaerobic Digester' is catching on everywhere." ....
Gross though it may seem, I doubt that I'll ever forget the problem
Edward Roy had with his johns. He simply refused to let all that stuff get
the best of him. What a lesson for all of us!
Life is difficult... really very little more than an endless series of
problems. Do we want to moan and groan about them or face them? Do we want
to teach the next generation the disciplines involved in accepting and
solving them or encourage them to run and hide from them?
I appreciate and agree with Scott Peck, M.D., who wrote:
... it is in this whole process of meeting and solving
problems that life has meaning. Problems are the cutting
edge that distinguishes between success and failure.
Problems call forth our courage and our wisdom. It is only
because of problems that we grow mentally and spiritually....
It is through the pain of confronting and resolving problems
that we learn. As Benjamin Franklin said,
"Those things that hurt, instruct."
"
- brad -
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From: KIM::BRAD 27-FEB-1990 08:32:05.50
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: BRAD
Subj: EARGANOMIX
If you missed the last Computer Chronicles it will be shown today at
11am in the audio/animation theatre.
TOPIC: Ergonomic design in the computer-user workplace.
(ya know, it's about those necessary items that companies feel are too
extravagant to purchase for you. But, if they don't in 10 years we'll
all end up looking and walking like George Burns..)
- brad -
ps. the tape lasts about 20 minutes
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CLARK 27-FEB-1990 08:51:10.15
To: MCCARTHY,CLARK,HOFF,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: DUPLICATE PLCC PART NUMBERS
We are presently carrying three part numbers for PLCC sockets. they are
P/N 179252-XXX, 179250-XXX and 179237-XXX. Only, part number 179237-XXX shows
any WHERE-USED, while, part numbers 179237-XXX and 179252-XXX shows any stock.
I would like to inactivate for new designs part numbers 179250-XXX and 179252
-XXX. This would require that the stock for part number 179252-084 be sold off
or exchanged for credit. this stock is from 3M/TEXTOOL and needs a special tool
to remove the PLCC from the socket (Note: the sources for part number 179237 all
use the same tool and 3M/TEXTOOL is changing over to the same style socket). We
presently have 1250 pieces in stock of the 84 pin socket. If we want to use them
we can, but remember they need a special tool.
On part number 179252; I believe that this was established for SHOWVIEW and only
called out the AMP sockets. After Geoff Barker and I ran shock tests for Morgan,
it was determined that other manufactures could be used in his application. I
would add AMP to part number 179237-XXX.
If everyone is in agreement, I would like to do this, this week. Any questions,
please feel free to contact me.
THANKS
TOM C
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::FRYE 27-FEB-1990 09:42:32.14
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: EARLY LUNCH
DUE TO THE PRESIDENT'S MEETING THIS AFTERNOON,
THE CAFETERIA WILL STOP SERVING LUNCH AT 1 PM
TODAY ONLY.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LIANE 27-FEB-1990 09:59:26.43
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
THIS IS A CORRECTION TO BOB FRYE'S MESSAGE ABOUT THE EARLY LUNCH SCHEDULE.
THE CAFETERIA WILL STOP SERVING AT 1 P.M. TODAY ONLY. THANKS!
LIANE
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 27-FEB-1990 10:21:02.72
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: George Burns
One thing you can say about George Burns is that he is way over
90 years old, and at that age, smokes 15 cigars a day.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 27-FEB-1990 11:54:06.35
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: Eaeganomix and GEORGE BURNS
From: KIM::DROBNY
Subj: George Burns
One thing you can say about George Burns is that he is way over
90 years old, and at that age, smokes 15 cigars a day.
I know what you mean Cris, I mean if you live to be over 90,
smoke all the cigars you want, and always have a bunch of babes
bangi.. I mean hanging all over you, you must be doing something
right.
Brad, maybe it won't be so bad if we all look like good old "GEORGE
BURNS" in ten years.
Do you think George got his start here at ATARI?
Are we gonna be working here for another ten years?
I guess we'll find out today @ 2:00
Farrokh
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LTURNER 27-FEB-1990 15:27:46.27
To: @SYS$MAIL:MOOREGANG
CC: LTURNER
Subj: Engineering Meeting
The Engineering Department Meetings scheduled for tomorrow
have been cancelled due to a meeting conflict. Tentatively
they will be held on Friday. More information later.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING, EXT 1750" 27-FEB-1990 17:06:11.00
To: BELL,MARGOLIN,OWENS
CC:
Subj: CER-7445 - Completed
From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING, EXT 1750" 26-FEB-1990 13:29:00.16
To: AVL
CC:
Subj: AUTO-CER
==============================================================================
ATARI GAMES CORP COMPONENT EVALUATION REQUEST CER# 7445
==============================================================================
REQUESTED ACTION: NEW PART APPLICATION:
PROJECT: HD THE RACE USED ON ASSEMBLY:
PART NUMBER: GENERIC:
DESCRIPTION: IC,Pr_Memory_Masters,Hard_Drivin/Race
MANUFACTURER: MFG P/N:
CONTACT: PHONE:
COMMENTS:
CC: MARGOLIN,OWENS
==============================================================================
ENGINEERING REPLY/NOTES:
Jed, in the future, please login to node mike and type CER at the
system prompt to submit new CER's.
Sending me regular email only serves to delay processing of your requests.
ref: 136052 (Hard Drivin)
136068 (HD Compact)
136078 (HD/Race-Compact)
==============================================================================
AVL DESCRIPTION | PART NUMBER
|
IC,Pr_Memory_Masters,Hard_Drivin/Race | 136077-XXXX
==============================================================================
DISPOSITION: x_APPROVED __DISQUALIFIED __TEMPORARY APPROVAL
__REJECTED __OBSOLETE __RESTRICTED APPROVAL
AVL ACTION: __ADD VENDOR x_RESERVE NEW P/N __REVISION
__REMOVE VENDOR __CONVERT P/N __STATIC SENSITIVE
==============================================================================
ASSIGNED TO: DATE APPROVED DATE
JB 2/27/90
==============================================================================
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING, EXT 1750" 27-FEB-1990 17:07:00.99
To: BELL,MARGOLIN,OWENS
CC:
Subj: CER-7446 - Completed
From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING, EXT 1750" 26-FEB-1990 13:31:31.50
To: AVL
CC:
Subj: AUTO-CER
==============================================================================
ATARI GAMES CORP COMPONENT EVALUATION REQUEST CER# 7446
==============================================================================
REQUESTED ACTION: NEW PART APPLICATION:
PROJECT: HD RACE/COMPACT USED ON ASSEMBLY:
PART NUMBER: GENERIC:
DESCRIPTION: IC,Pr_Memory_Masters,Hard_Drivin/Race,Compact
MANUFACTURER: MFG P/N:
CONTACT: PHONE:
COMMENTS:
CC:MARGOLIN,OWENS
==============================================================================
ENGINEERING REPLY/NOTES:
ref: 136052 (Hard Drivin)
136068 (HD Compact)
136077 (HD/Race-Cockpit)
==============================================================================
AVL DESCRIPTION | PART NUMBER
|
IC,Pr_Memory_Masters,Hard_Drivin/Race,Compact | 136078-XXXX
==============================================================================
DISPOSITION: x_APPROVED __DISQUALIFIED __TEMPORARY APPROVAL
__REJECTED __OBSOLETE __RESTRICTED APPROVAL
AVL ACTION: __ADD VENDOR x_RESERVE NEW P/N __REVISION
__REMOVE VENDOR __CONVERT P/N __STATIC SENSITIVE
==============================================================================
ASSIGNED TO: DATE APPROVED DATE
JB 2/27/90
==============================================================================
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LTURNER 27-FEB-1990 17:57:10.19
To: @SYS$MAIL:MOOREGANG
CC: LTURNER
Subj: More Information
The Engineering Meeting has been rescheduled for 3:00P
on Wednesday, Feb. 28, in the cafeteria. All departments
are to attend this meeting.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::MOSER 28-FEB-1990 15:02:31.26
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: better late than never
Born Today
[only 17 days late]
To Deborah Short and her husband Peter Crosman
Miles Frederick Crosman
born Feb.28 at 8:47 am
9 lb. 13 oz.
20 1/2 inches long
Both Mom and baby are happy and healthy. The Animation
Department is delighted with its new addition.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: SANDY::DAVE 28-FEB-1990 17:05:48.38
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: A PROPOSAL FOR AN "ATARI EQUIPMENT ADVANTAGE PLAN"
This is just off the top of my head (what a mess) but just to
stimulate some discussion here goes. What if the company gave every
engineer/programmer/animator an official capital equipment
budget of say 5% of their base salary. This money could be
spent on any equipment (within reason) that the person felt
would aid them in achieving the goal of 25% more efficiency.
The amount of paperwork to justify/wheadle/cajole this would
be kept to an absolute minimum.
people would be allowed to combine their allocations
to make bigger group purchases. They would be allowed to carry
over some percentage of the unused money into subsequent
years.
To assuage management fears of frivolous purchases
perhaps people could be allowed to trade in their allocations
for 20 cents on the dollar if they chose at the end of the
fiscal year, reducing the incentive to squander.
Finally, I bet some programmers and engineers would
avail themselves of a feature where the company would match
employee contriutions to the "plan" at a 3 to 1 rate for those
"extra needs".
I know that a vast majority of the people seeing
this message would spend their allocation wisely and to
the immense benefit of the company. I also feel that additional
benefits such as employee admiration for managements
enlightened attitude and the sense of being trusted and
treated as professionals would accrue.
SO THERE. WHAT DO UUUU THINK?
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 28-FEB-1990 17:14:29.49
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: BIKE
Subj: ATARI EQUIPMENT ADVANTAGE PLAN
The plan sounds very enticing, but I think we need some set of metrics
which can be used to determine whether or not we are working 25% more
efficiently as a result. How do we tell if it worked?
Bonnie
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 28-FEB-1990 17:21:46.42
To: CLARK
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: 1 Meg EPROMs
For alternate sources to the TI TMS27C010-170 I suggest you start with parts
that have the same pinout.
There are three different style pinouts and I have chosen the one embodied by
the 27C010 because it is compatible with 27C512s with minor addressing changes.
I need 170 ns or faster.
Regards,
Jed
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From: KIM::COMSTOCK 28-FEB-1990 17:41:33.91
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Atari Equipment Advantage Plan
Besides, how many want everybody to know what 5% of his/her salary is?
We're all reasonably good at arithmetic.
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From: BERT::CLARK 1-MAR-1990 06:54:37.93
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: 27C010'S
I CHAECKED A THIRD TIME AND ALL OF THESE VENDORS ARE PIN COMPATIBLE WITH
TI'S PART. ALSO, THEY HAVE SPEEDS OF 170NS OR FASTER.
I WILL DOUBLE CHECK ON THE COMPATIBLITY TO THE 512'S, BUT IT IS MY BELIEF THAT
THEY ARE, BUT HAVE ONLY THE MINOR ADDRESSING CHANGES NEEDED TO MAKE IT A 1MEG.
TOM
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From: MIKE::WILLIAMSON 1-MAR-1990 09:18:22.54
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK,WILLIAMSON
CC:
Subj: PACKAGES FROM RECEIVING
THIS MESSAGE IS TO LET YOU KNOW HOW PARTS ARE HANDLED
WHEN THEY COME IN FOR THE 675 BUILDING.
REGUARDING SMALL PACKAGES THAT COME INTO RECEIVING
THEY WILL BE DELIVERED BY DENNIS NALE WHEN HE MAKES
HIS ROUNDS EACH DAY (CALL DENNIS FOR HIS SCHUDULE).
FOR LARGE AND PALLET DELIVERIES, THE REQUESTER WILL
BE CALLED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AND ASKED WHERE TO DELIVER
THE MATERIAL.
FOR HOT PARTS YOU MUST CALL RECEIVING EXT.3934 AND GIVE
ME INFORMATION ON WHAT TO LOOK FOR, I WILL MAKE A NOTE
AND CALL YOU WHEN THE PACKAGE COMES IN.
THANK-YOU
STEVE
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 1-MAR-1990 10:57:09.45
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Atari Advantage program
While we are dreamin' (I mean really dreamin here), I think that the
equipment budget should be by department, with the manager/supervisor
making the decision on where to spend the money for the group based on
input from individuals. This protects sensitive information, gives
mid-level managers some clout, and allows easier pooling for large
purchases.
5% is way to low. Starting with a $40K annual salary (some make more, some make
less), 5% yields $2k per year per person. For my group, I need to buy an
Arium for each programmer at about $15k each (Ariums have quick downloads and
offer source-level de-bugging; both improve productivity considerably). I need
to buy 2-3 Mac's at about $6k each, and I need some new scopes (2-3K each) and
a good logic analyzer for the 68000 at maybe $20k. So about $150K in round
numbers would do it. Spreading that over 3 years, for $50k per year means I
need more like 10% of the salaries for my group.
Now we can all dream more accurately.
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 1-MAR-1990 11:33:47.94
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: ATARI $$$ $ expenditures
While alot of you are trying to come up with an equipment advantage
plan, and call it "DREEM'N " or just pushing to become more ( %25 )
efficient, I'm wondering about why $150 k is considered to be TOO
LARGE an amount for finance to cough-up to fund our equipment needs.!???
Also, something else that's been bothering me for some time now is how
ATARI and TENGEN can afford to provide our EXECs with luxury ( 560 SLs )
automobiles while they have a difficult time funding our essential
equipment needs. I may be out of line on this one since I don't know for
a fact that who pays for their Mercedeses and BMWs, but one would wonder
about such lucrative accomodations.
During early 80s, when CHRYSLER corporation was going through hard times
LEE IOCOCA made a promise to the american public that he would turn things
around and pay back the money we loaned his company. He did all that for
an anual salary of $1 .
Farrokh
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From: ICY::BRAD 1-MAR-1990 11:44:20.47
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: I WAS WONDERING....,BRAD
Subj: I was wondering....
If I added 25% hours to my work week....
I'd be working around 72 hours a week....
And I'm sure that your calculations would exceed mine!
Question: If coin-operated games have been around for 2000 years,
what slang did they give the industry?
Answer: Denari-op
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 1-MAR-1990 13:11:25.63
To: CLARK
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: 27C010s
Some of the parts on the sheets you gave me were not compatible with the 27C010.
Also, I don't understand why you think you have to check into the compatability
with 27512s.
The 27C010 has a particular pinout. Don't lump the part in with any other
part with a different pinout.
If you do, and we buy them, they won't work on my board, which I designed for
27C010s.
Regards,
Jed
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From: BERT::CAMERON "OF SISKEL, EBERT, & CAMERON" 1-MAR-1990 13:21:22.00
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: LEE IOCOCA
When Lee Iococo worked for only $1/year, he also bought almost all the
stock in the company for about a dollar. There is always a hitch, Farrokh
P.S. remember back when we used to be stockholders in our own parent company?
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 2-MAR-1990 14:14:15.96
To: @SM:ENGINEER,@SM:ANIMATORS
CC:
Subj: RADMOD has moved
I have moved RADMOD.EXE to utl$exe:. You may have to change your login.com
to deal with this. The line from your login.com should now look similar to
this:
$ RADMOD :== $ UTL$EXE:RADMOD.EXE
Instead of something like this:
$ RADMOD :== $ EE$USERDISK:[THEURER.PPS]RADMOD.EXE
If you have a special version of RADMOD that you've been using, let me know
so I can restore it where you can find it. I noticed ones called RADMODBLOOD,
RADMOD2, RADMOD3 and a few other versions, but don't know if they are current
or experimental versions.
-- jim
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From: ERNIE::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 2-MAR-1990 14:20:35.79
To: @SM:ENGINEER,@SM:ANIMATORS
CC:
Subj: New CELPROCESS version
I have put a new version of CELPROCESS in utl$pps:. The new version has a
fix to CLOSE REDUCTION that makes it actually work, thanks to R. Moore. There
are also a couple more lines in the help that attempt to describe the params.
-- jim
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From: ERNIE::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 2-MAR-1990 14:48:51.69
To: @SM:ENGINEER,@SM:ANIMATORS
CC:
Subj: More Theurer stuff
Ed Logg asked me about the other Theurer programs, such as TEK, VPIF,
PBROTATE, PBREPLICATE.
TEK is now in UTL$EXE:
VPIF is now in UTL$EXE:
PBROTATE -- correct me if I'm wrong, but these are obsolete
PBREPLICATE
I found PBREPLICATE in [theurer.pps.OBS] and couldn't even find PBROTATE.
If these are truly not obsolete, let me know and I will move them to utl$PPS:
Also, any other tools Dave has that you use should be moved out of his
directory and into the UTL directories. He has a huge collection of .EXE files
that I'm not even going to guess what they're for, so if you have some you use
tell me and I'll save them from eventual disappearance from the VAX.
-- jim
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From: CHARM::LOGG 5-MAR-1990 09:37:23.32
To: MONCRIEF,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: DS II PCBs
Rick;
I would like to make a request to get 2 DSII PCBs installed on my
development stations before April 7. I would also like to get two RAM PCBs
to go with them. I am expecting a considerable amount of graphics soon and
I want to download them rather than burn EPROMs. I am willing to live with
no audio for several months. When can I get these?
I have asked Max to install the fast background which has never been
installed on Stun Hardware with 288 lines. At the same time he was to install
the new No-Lag code. I hope this does not cause any delays in his schedule.
I have also asked Eric to correct one of the feedback joystick PCBs.
It drifts to the left.
Do you know any experienced helicopter pilots or instructors? Rob Rowe
knows a test pilot at NASA but I would like a local second source to ask
questions on handling and especially the feedback aspects.
Thanks
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BROWN 5-MAR-1990 12:27:50.01
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: A BABY KANE
MAKING HIS DEBUTE OVER THE WEEK-END WAS:
CHARLES BRANDON KANE
WEIGHING IN AT 7 LBS 7 OZ
19 INCHES
BORN ON MARCH 4
PARENTS: TERI AND BERRY
MOTHER AND WEE ONE ARE DOING FINE. LABOR WAS FAIRLY EASY AND RELATIVELY
SHORT.BERRY SAID IT WAS THE CHILI NACHOS HE FED HER FOR LUNCH THAT DID IT!!
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From: CHARM::LOGG 5-MAR-1990 15:56:52.63
To: MONCRIEF,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: DSII or RAM PCBs?
Rick;
I talked to Max today and he suggested that I wait before I get the DSII
PCBs. It would be great if I could use 2 RAM PCBs. If these are not available
or if it is not easy to connect them to the ADSP, then give Karen the schematics
to do 2 wirewraps for me.
Thanks
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::FUJIHARA 6-MAR-1990 12:35:17.81
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,HAYES,STEWART,SHIRLEY
CC: FUJIHARA
Subj: COMPETITOR INFO
The latest issue of RePlay reveals even more new product info for ACME.
(Anne Hayes distributed a recap of other known competitor products
which was circulated to all ACME attendees this week.)
-Fabtek has "Sports Match" which is Tetris, but the tiles are sports-
related. ????
-Leland has a 3-player game called Pig Out which gives some indication
of game play...
-Grand Products will debut a new tavern piece called Slick Shot which
combines a mini pool table with video game play.
-Meltec has a new redemption called Lunar Golf which is supposedly
doing well.
Sega also has a new 3-player dedicated driving piece called Rough Racer
which is likely to be at ACME.
This was rumored to be a very low-key show but it now appears that there
will be an abundance of new products.
Mary
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From: CHARM::LOGG 8-MAR-1990 09:42:14.43
To: MARGOLIN,BEHENSKY
CC:
Subj: ADC never complete
Yesterday I tried to run my program and it hung in READPOTS waiting
for the last pot conversion to finish. Resets of the PCB did not help. I
had to enter Jed's self test and then retry my program before it would run.
There is something I am not reseting and I would like to know what it is and
why it is not my code now and where it should be.
Thanks
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::RAY 9-MAR-1990 18:07:26.10
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: RAY
Subj: Productivity Brainstorm Report
I have finished documenting and collecting feedback from the
productivity brainstorms in January. Since they are about 5
pages for each session, I decided not to take up valuable disk
space by sending the results to each of you. Instead, I
encourage you to read the document [ray]bsprod.doc. I have them
posted on my bulletin board -- feel free to copy them or mark
them with YOUR comments. Or, send me mail with your comments. I
have also given Rich and Chris hard copies.
I will refer to these ideas as I have spare time to tackle
those areas I can contribute to. I hope others will too.
Thank you to all of you who contributed these ideas!!
John
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From: CHARM::LOGG 12-MAR-1990 11:40:34.70
To: MARGOLIN,MONCRIEF
CC:
Subj: WW RAM PCBs
Jed;
I have both RAM PCBs. One seems to work fine and one fails the RAM
test. Could you get the board debugged?
Thanks
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING, EXT 1750" 12-MAR-1990 16:17:57.66
To: OWENS,MARGOLIN,BEHENSKY
CC:
Subj: 136052 - HARD_DRIVIN MEMORY MASTERS
136052 - HARD DRIVIN MEMORY MASTERS 12-Mar-1990
Page 1
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION
136052-0101 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,10H
136052-0102 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,10J
136052-0103 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,10K
136052-0104 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,10L
136052-0105 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-0106 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200S
136052-0107 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200T
136052-0108 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200U
136052-0109 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200V
136052-0110 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200W
136052-0111 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200X
136052-0112 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200Y
136052-0113 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
136052-0114 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210S
136052-0115 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210T
136052-0116 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210U
136052-0117 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210V
136052-0118 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210W
136052-0119 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210X
136052-0120 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210Y
136052-0121 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137396-200,45N
136052-0122 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137396-200,70N
136052-0123 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,65A
136052-0124 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,55A
136052-0125 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,45A
136052-0126 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,30A
136052-0127 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,20A
136052-0128 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,5A
136052-0129 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,65C
136052-0130 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,55C
136052-0131 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,45C
136052-0132 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,30C
136052-0133 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,20C
136052-0134 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,5C
136052-1101 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,10H
136052-1102 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,10J
136052-1103 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,10K
136052-1104 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,10L
136052-1105 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-1106 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200S
136052-1110 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200W
136052-1111 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200X
136052-1113 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
136052-1114 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210S
136052-1118 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210W
136052-1119 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210X
136052-1121 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137396-200,45N
136052-1122 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137396-200,70N
136052-1123 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,65A
136052-1124 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,55A
136052-1125 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,45A
136052-1126 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,30A
136052-1135 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137454-250,10H
136052 - HARD DRIVIN MEMORY MASTERS 12-Mar-1990
Page 2
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION
136052-1136 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137454-250,10K
136052-1137 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137454-250,10J
136052-1138 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137454-250,10L
136052-1139 IC,Pr_GAL,Hard_Drivin,137646-025,95A
136052-1140 IC,Pr_GAL,Hard_Drivin,137646-025,95C
136052-1141 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-250,65A
136052-1142 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-250,55A
136052-1143 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-250,45A
136052-1144 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-250,30A
136052-1145 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-250,20A
136052-1146 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-250,5A
136052-1147 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-250,65C
136052-1148 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-250,55C
136052-2105 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-2106 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200S
136052-2113 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
136052-2114 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210S
136052-2121 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-200,45N
136052-2122 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-200,70N
136052-3105 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-3113 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
136052-3121 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-200,45N
136052-3122 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137447-200,70N
136052-3125 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-250,45A
136052-4205 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-4206 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200S
136052-4210 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200W
136052-4211 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200X
136052-4213 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
136052-4214 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210S
136052-4218 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210W
136052-4219 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210X
136052-5105 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-5106 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200S
136052-5110 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200W
136052-5111 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200X
136052-5113 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
136052-5118 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210W
136052-5119 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210X
136052-5910 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200W
136052-5911 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200X
136052-5918 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210W
136052-5919 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210X
136052-6805 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-6806 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200S
136052-6807 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200T
136052-6810 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200W
136052-6811 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200X
136052-6813 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
136052-6814 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210S
136052-6815 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210T
136052-6818 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210W
136052-6819 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210X
136052 - HARD DRIVIN MEMORY MASTERS 12-Mar-1990
Page 3
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION
136052-6905 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-6906 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200S
136052-6913 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
136052-6914 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210S
136052-7105 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-7113 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
136052-7205 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-7213 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
136052-7805 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-7813 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
136052-7905 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,200R
136052-7913 IC,Pr_EPROM,Hard_Drivin,137444-200,210R
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From: CHARM::LOGG 13-MAR-1990 10:04:50.21
To: MARGOLIN,MONCRIEF
CC:
Subj: I am down
Jed;
This morning my development system died. I found that I cannot read
my self test EPROMs. The starting PC and SP are incorrect and change depending
on the time of day. I wonder if there is a bus conflict with the new RAM PCB?
I will try checking the self test EPROMs, but I will need someone to
look at this since Eric is gone.
Thanks
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CLARK 14-MAR-1990 11:31:04.28
To: RAY,BRYANT,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: DEVIATION #939
Deviation Authorization NO. 939 was completed without component engineerings
signature. As it turned out, part number 37-82S123 was inactivated back in
Oct 1988. These parts could have a quality problem, due to storage conditions.
If it is not too late, I suggest that these parts be tested prior to being
programmed, or preferably, not used at all!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::RAY 14-MAR-1990 16:49:02.86
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: RAY
Subj: Atari Hall of Fame
I am PROUD to be an ATARIAN!! I am proud that for more than a
decade we have consistently designed the most innovative
games in the world!! If you are also proud, and would like to
share this pride with others, then read on....
At one of the recent brainstorming sessions, we discussed
turning the Berlin Hall into the "Atari Hall of Fame". The
intention is to put up posters, graphics, plaques, sell-
sheets, etc. to display all of the games we have taken to
production. We would also have a list of the people who
worked on them.
If you would like to help make this happen, then please RSVP
to this VAXaddress. We need more ideas and volunteers to help
organize this expression of our pride. In a week or so, I
will schedule a lunchtime get-together (with those who reply)
to discuss this plan further.
Thanks!!
John
P.S. Thanks to John Salwitz for suggesting this!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: CHARM::ROTBERG "Professor of Gonzo" 15-MAR-1990 10:24:56.63
To: MONCRIEF,LOGG,BEHENSKY,MOTT,BIKE,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: Noname support request for Applied Research
Rick,
Here is my formal request list for your groups support for Ed Logg's
helicopter game. These requests may or may not overlap what Ed L. has
requested from you already.
1) We need to either have a modified version of Max's universe CAD ->
sector matrix conversion program, or access to said source so that I can
modify it myself. I have spoken to Max and he is aware of the changes
that we need which will support the wrap arounds scheme that we are
planning to use.
2) We need a driver board modified for use as a universe cad tool. The
modifications can be done by Farrohk, but appropriate documentation will
be necessary. Also, since our object database is still very much in flux,
a ram based system (as opposed to ROM) is highly desireable. Do we have
Farrohk MTO this board set, or will you handle it?
3) One situation that continually arose during the development of S.T.U.N.
Runner was that I would implement something, that you folks could use, or
Max or Steph would implement something that would be very useful to us
in our project. Alas, even though we often saw each other daily, informing
each other of these new features & improvements did not happen in any
orderly fashion. This was especially apparent at the end of the STUN when
Max came over and added a whole bunch of error detection code to the
system based upon changes that had been accumulated in teh Driver code
over the time period after which we first go the system code from Applied.
Now there are at least 3 projects using the same basic system. I propose
that we meet to discuss ways in which this exchange of information can
be made in a timely yet painless fashion, especially since none of the
projects share any actual source files. This could go a long way towards
speeding up development for all projects concerned.
- Ed Rotberg -
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From: KIM::RAY 18-MAR-1990 21:33:11.17
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: WOOD,DEPEW,RAY
Subj: New Sega game at Milpitas Golfland -- "Columns"
Columns appears to be a test game at Milpitas Golfland. It is
in Sega's metal "Aero City" cabinet (like the one we got from
them when we were looking at their Tetris).
It is somewhat like a Tetris/KLAX combination -- things falling
from the top of the screen, you guide them into holes in the
bottom of the screen. Nice music, 2 independent, simultaneous
players. All shapes falling (one at a time -- you can see the
next piece) are three blocks tall, with a jewel in each block.
The jewels are different colors -- you try to get three of the
same color in a row -- vertically, horizontally, or diagonally
(sound familiar?). When you get three (or more) in a row, they
disappear. You can get some neat chain reactions (I didn't try
for the "Big X"). It gets faster and faster until the shapes
reach the top of the screen -- Game Over (like Tetris).
They also had Bloxeed, a version of Tetris with special shapes
(16ton, bomb, etc.) and 2 player competitive (if you get more
than one line at a time, it sends the lines to your opponent).
Sega did their normal first class job implementing both games.
I did not play them long enough to form a longevity opinion.
John
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From: BERT::LIANE 20-MAR-1990 14:44:49.99
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
HI. Just for your information...Lorene is the new receptionist until Stephanie
returns. Please help her out (name, X numbers etc.) and be patient like you
have been with me. I'll be in Human Resources for awhile...Thanks so much!
Liane
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From: KIM::DIEKNEITE 21-MAR-1990 09:04:52.44
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: DIEKNEITE
Subj: hypodermic syringe
The audio group is looking for a syringe so that we can try filling a cartridge
with ink on a bubble jet printer (thus saving substantial $$). I tried to buy
one a Longs last night, but they wouldn't sell me one. Does anyone know where
a syringe can be purchased?
thanks,
dd
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From: KIM::PIERCE 23-MAR-1990 14:18:26.99
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: PARTY!
PARTY, PARTY, PARTY.... YEAH!
In case you haven't noticed we have fallen behind in
our customary celebrations of completed games. So it is time to
play catch-up and have one big party for all of them.
The games this party is to cover are :
Vindicators, Tetris, Escape, Skull and Crossbones
Stunrunner and Cyberball 2 (or whatever it was called)
( KLAX and Badlands will be saved for more party enjoyment later!)
The party is a celebration of all the Atari Games employees,
who have worked deligently to see that we produce the best products
possible. It also will give everyone here the opportunity to meet
some new faces and get reaquainted with some "oldtimers."
Since we will have to get a lot of partying in all at once the
Executive Committee has been nice enough to let us all leave early next
Friday March 30th to get down this piece of business we have let slip
for so long. But you must get all of your Reviews and Fieldtests
scheduled that day taken care of before you leave. Let's not abuse
this expensive favor.
Sooo.. Be there on
Friday March 30th at 2:30 pm 'til dark.
at
The BIG, TOO MANY GAMES TO NAME, ATARI BAR-b-QUE Party
in
ED LEVIN PARK (the one at the end of Calavares in Milpitas)
at the SPIRNG VALLEY campsite.
(Maps will be posted at the coffee stations next week.)
Food, Beverages, Horseshoes and Volleyball will be provided.
All other party devices like Frisbees, Aerobies, Softballs
and Waterballoons will be welcomed.
( Execs say we must leave no sooner than 2:00 pm.)
BE THERE!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::BRAD 26-MAR-1990 11:19:02.44
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: BRAD
Subj: SDI DATABASE
FYI
The US government has released databases relating to the Star Wars Project.
If you're interested in obtaining the databases contact the Pentagon.
Apparently the databases are available by modem.
- brad -
___________________________________________________________________________
From: CHARM::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 27-MAR-1990 14:06:33.57
To: @REVIEW.DIS
CC: BIKE
Subj: Review
You are invited to
C Y C L O T R O N F I R S T R E V I E W
When: Thursday, March 29, 2:00pm
Where: We'll meet first in the Cyclotron Lab
and then move to the Executive Conference
Room.
Please RSVP to this VAXmail address.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 28-MAR-1990 14:22:24.48
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: Phone shutdown (Holy Plug Puller, Batman!)
Because of the power problems, I have to fix the phone systems
(for 675, 735, and 1623) this weekend. I picked Saturday, March 31.
I wrote up a memo describing the details, and it will be posted on the
bulletin boards. To save disk space and keep you from falling asleep.
I'll suggest you read it there. How's that, Ed?
One favor, though: Tengen doesn't get junk mail. Please try
to pass the word.
sas
___________________________________________________________________________
From: CHARM::HARPER 28-MAR-1990 15:11:12.79
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: Get Centered!
If you use hall effect controls or pots in your video game, read on...
How many of you programmers use the dreaded POTS.C routines? Well, I have a
little goodie for you. Late one night, Andy and I were wrestling with some
controller problems. It seemed we could not get the "automatic" centering
to work. In fact, the actual centering code was never executed. We finally
found this bug that I am sure is in some production games, don't let it be
in yours!
FIND THIS STATMENT:
pots_midtmr[ bank ] = -1; /* count down in seconds */
CHANGE IT TO THIS:
pots_midtmr[ bank ] -= 1; /* count down in seconds */
If you have this bug, it continually reset a countdown timer to minus 1 and
NEVER takes the branch to the mid adjustment routine. Nifty, huh?
-Dennis
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::AVL 28-MAR-1990 17:20:30.11
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Introducing AVLNOTES
Many users have asked for a way to get supplemental information on Atari parts
and components via their terminals. Introducing AVLNOTES, a VMS help library.
It works just like the VMS HELP library your accustomed to, but with new topics.
At the "Topic >" prompt, you enter an Atari part number. As in any VMS help
library, a question mark (?) will cause a list of available topics to be
displayed, or you can type HELP for more detailed instructions.
There are two (2) methods of accessing AVLNOTES.
1) No need to login to some obscure node, AVLNOTES will work from anywhere on
our network! Just type:
@AVLNOTE:AVLNOTES
At the system prompt ($). You can define a word in your LOGIN.COM file to
do this for you, such as:
AVLN*OTES :==@AVLNOTE:AVLNOTES
2) On node MIKE, users of AVL will receive AVLNOTES whenever 'Display by Atari
Part Number' is selected and the Atari part number searched for has a
corresponding AVLNOTES entry. Users of ATARI$AVL:SEEAVL will receive AVLNOTES
whenever a corresponding AVLNOTES entry exists.
AVLNOTES only has a few entries at this time, but we're adding to it almost
daily. If you wish to have a note added to any Atari part number, send your
proposed note via EMAIL to anyone in Components Engineering (MEYETTE, CLARK,
OWENS or BELL).
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LINDA "Evening Receptionist" 28-MAR-1990 20:25:30.97
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: QUARTERLY CLEANING
The Maintenance Engineers will be waxing the Omega and Alpha labs, as well as,
the corridor that runs from the engineer entrance to the warehouse on Saturday,
March 31st. Please help in our spring cleaning efforts by moving objects that
may impede their progress.(This includes any equipment in the corridor) If it
is at all possible to avoid these areas, please do so.
Thank You For Your Support,
Bob Frye
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::FRYE 29-MAR-1990 10:42:46.89
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: ATARI VS POWER OUTAGES
P.G.&E. HAS JUST INFORMED ATARI THAT ALL POWER TO BUILDINGS 675 & 735
WILL BE SHUT OFF THIS SUNDAY 4/1/90 FROM 7 AM TO 5 PM.
THE MAINTENANCE WORK P.G.&E. WILL BE DOING SHOULD ELIMINATE THE OUTAGES
WE'VE BEEN HAVING.
TWO THINGS.... DON'T FORGET TO POWER DOWN BEFOR YOU LEAVE THIS FRIDAY
AND THIS MESSAGE HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH APRIL FOOLS' DAY.
THANKS AGAIN
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::SHEPPERD 29-MAR-1990 12:07:16.86
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: More about power and stuff
Since there's gonna be no electricity on sunday, I'll stop by on saturday
evening and shut off all the computers. I'll turn everything on again
sunday night.
On an unrelated note, for the last couple of days there's been some kind of
automated dialer that is calling every number in the area looking for either a
fax or a modem. This might be a hacker trying to break in to computers or some
advertising company trying to find faxes so they can send adverts for their
products. So, just to be safe, I've turned off the modems. I'll turn them
on again later.
ds
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 5-APR-1990 13:12:43.66
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: equipment
Pat has asked me to look after the maintenance of lab tools/equipment.
So I'm asking all you techs. and EEs to help me with this. I need to
know for starters about any and all soldering stations which are extra
or out of order so that I can fix, or throw them out and buy new ones.
If any of you engineers have stuff around your office (like soldering
irons, scopes, or meters) and you hardly ever use them, please come
forward and share them with the rest of us.
Drobny says we need to have a backpack that holds our scopes, meters
and... so that no one can e can count on having the equipments when we need them
steel our tools from our benches and we can
count on having the right tool when we're called up to do a job.
But carrying around all that stuff could break a techs. back. Instead
I ask all you engineers/hackers/technical know it all/others, to simply
remember that around here there are only a few technicians and we usually
do a good job of keeping our tools in order but rather than becoming
possessive with our tools (like a previous tech) we would rather if others
respected the following:
1_ Tools belong to the LABS, they aren't much use to anyone
when stashed away where no one can find them.
2_ If you want us techs to fix your stuff, don't borrow our
stuff without asking, or at least leave a note and remember
to bring the stuff back when you're done. We don't like to
have to go looking for our tools.
My older brother's a programmer and all my life I've had to protect
my tools from his abuse. I sure hope I won't have the same problem at
work too!
Farrokh
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 5-APR-1990 14:14:01.34
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: lunch
My response to your complaint is that you and the people in your
department should not feel that you must eat the specials that are offered
on TUE and THUR. And after all since Sophie's regular menue offers a wide
variety, I'm sure you can find other items to your liking.
Farrokh
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: MIKE::THOMPSON 5-APR-1990 13:08:28.88
To: KHODADADI
CC:
Subj: LUNCH
I HAVE SEEM SOME OF YOUR RECENT REVEIWS OF THE LUNCH BEING OFFER BY AL,
I AM SURE YOU ENJOY THE FOOD BEING SERVED; BUT I THINK YOU SHOULD KNOW THAT
MOST ATARI EMPLOYEE'S DO NOT SHARE YOUR VEIWS. I HAVE COMPLAINS FROM MY
DEPARTMENT REGARDING THE SERVING OF FOOD FROM IRAN,AND WELL AS YOUR REVEIWS.
I THINK IT GREAT THAT SOME OF OUR EMPLOYEE'S ARE ENJOYING THIS RECENT CHANGE
IN THE MENU
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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From: MIKE::THOMPSON 5-APR-1990 14:39:27.52
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Tuesdays and Thursdays Special
Obviously Farrokh has decided to share our personal conversation concerning
the cafeteria's serving of Iranian food on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I've
received complaints from people in the adminstrative area as well as
accounting about the outside customers using our subsidized facility
for their benefit. In addition I have received complaints concerning the
food in general. I would be interested to find out what vaxland
users true feelings are in regards to the Tuesday and Thursday specials
and outsiders using our cafeteria. I encourage Farrokh to also respond.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 5-APR-1990 15:26:41.00
To: THOMPSON
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: Cafeteria
I patronized the cafeteria regularly until about two or three years ago
when they were infested by ants and showed no interest in getting rid
of the little buggers. I have not eaten there since then.
I do occasionally purchase soft drinks from the machine in the front of
the building. Unfortunately, the selections can be empty for days at a
time. I avoid drinks with caffeine and the machine up front is the only one
stocked with Sprite. None of the machines are stocked with 7-UP.
I don't particularly mind Farrokh's menu messages. For worse are the insipid
mesages concerning the Atari Survivor's Baseball Team. Since both of these
have taken the form of continuing operations I suggest that mail distribution
lists be created for those interested in receiving mail of that nature.
Regards,
Jed
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 5-APR-1990 16:31:13.65
To: @SM:JUNK
CC:
Subj: More food commentary
I don't know Rick Thompson decided that MOST of the rest of us don't like
the Tues and Thurs specials, but he sure didn't ask me. I'm happy to try
something different instead of that ol' burger a day. So far, I've only
been able to try the Iranian special a few times, and it has been good each
time.
Usually, when I get to the lunch room (about 12:30), the Iranian special is
all gone. SOMEBODY must be eating it or it wouldn't sell. I'm sure Rick
doesn't like it, but that doesn't mean we all hate it.
Perhaps you should get out more if the lunch special offends you. They do
have other items on the menu, and there is a whole range of food in the general
vicinity.
-- jim
___________________________________________________________________________
From: CHARM::MILTY 9-APR-1990 09:08:00.08
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: EXOTIC MENUS OUTSIDE VISITORS SUBSIDIZED FACILITIES THE "REGU
..........................NO COMMENT.
MILTY
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CAMERON "OF SISKEL, EBERT, & CAMERON" 9-APR-1990 09:40:55.44
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: gotta have it
Who has a tape of last night's "Twin Peaks"? Please write..
P.S. On another subject: If anyone wants to know our opinions on the
food service, they might refer to all the questionaires we have already
completed on that subject.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BURGESS "Andrew" 9-APR-1990 09:58:48.10
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Teenage Mutant Nija Turtles
For those of you interested in trying to figure out what the children
of today see in the Ninja Turtle craze, I rented the first animated
movie
"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Epic Begins"
I have placed it in the Animator viewing cubicle for those of you
who wish to see it. I will be returning it this evening so please
rewind it when you are finished.
Andy
___________________________________________________________________________
From: CHARM::HARPER 9-APR-1990 10:09:12.93
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Making Hay...
Does anybody in VAXland know of a good, CHEAP gardener who works around the
Los Altos/Sunnyvale area? I don't need anything fancy, just a small field of
weeds mowed and some trimming. I got a bid over the weekend for $200! Is
this reasonable? If you know anybody (an enterprizing young person, perhaps)
who will do this cheaper, please let me know via this VAX address.
Thanks!
-Dennis
___________________________________________________________________________
From: CHARM::LOGG 9-APR-1990 10:23:05.03
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Translate Chinese
Can anyone out there translate a short Chinese inscription? If
so please respond via Vaxmail or phone x1739.
Thanks
___________________________________________________________________________
From: CHARM::MILTY 9-APR-1990 10:35:13.57
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: VIDEO CLASSIC
IN TODAYS MINI MART ADS TODAY...MISSLE COMMAND....$200 379-0115
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BROWN 9-APR-1990 12:26:24.64
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: SHE'S BACK!!
WELCOME BACK STEPHANIE!!!!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::MOMODA 9-APR-1990 14:56:27.45
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: MOMODA
Subj: props
Does anyone have access to football shoulder pads? They don't have to be
in good condition. In fact, the more used they look the better.
Also, we need BLACK knee and/or elbow pads.
Your help would be appreciated. Dial either 3799 or 1701.
thanks,
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::FRYE 10-APR-1990 15:19:47.72
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Facility notes
The cafeteria will close the grill at 1:
45 pm tomorrow, Wednesday
4/11.
Tengen will be closed at 3pm on Thursday 4/12 for a power shutdown by
PG&E.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LOIS 11-APR-1990 11:01:21.37
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: ID CHANGE
To avoid any further confusion with the other Turner (aka Kelly)
regarding the vax mail, my id has been changed from LTURNER to
LOIS.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LOIS 11-APR-1990 13:23:43.65
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Jupiter Engineering
We have received some mail addressed to Jupiter Engineering
c/o Atari Games. Is anyone expecting this, or know who it
belongs to?
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::FRYE 17-APR-1990 12:58:55.06
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: ATARI VS PG&E
PG&E WINS AGAIN... ANOTHER ELECTRICAL POWER SHUTDOWN COMING THIS SUNDAY
I WILL UPDATE THIS INFO AS TO THE HOURS AS SOON AS I RECEIVE WORD.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 17-APR-1990 12:03:27.77
To: @SM:ENGINEER,@SM:ANIMATORS
CC:
Subj: New RADMOD
I put a new version of RADMOD into UTL$EXE:. The only change is when running
in batch mode, much of the input prompting (the screenfuls of explanations of
commands) has been suppressed.
-- jim
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::NATALIE 17-APR-1990 17:46:27.71
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Party
Just a reminder that the Tupperware Party is
TOMORROW, Wednesday,
at 12:00 noon,
in the Engineering Conference Room.
If you want to order stuff, I can place your order tomorrow when the
Tupperware Lady is here. It would be nice if you had it ready tomorrow,
but if not, Friday is fine. But in either case, have your money ready with
your order. Make checks payable to "Hi Time Sales". There is 7.25% sales tax.
Thanks,
Natalie
___________________________________________________________________________
From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 18-APR-1990 18:37:10.54
To: SMITHSON
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: Shifter
The file that contains the Shifter Functions is in:
EE$USERDISK:[MARGOLIN.MSYNC]RICKSOUNDTEST.C
The function you should look at is 'SHIFTER()'
Pay no attention to the stuff about sounds (or to the man behind the
curtain).
Regards,
Jed
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 19-APR-1990 13:51:20.40
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: 401K
If you want your 401K you can pick it up today in Yvettes office. Or tomorrow.
Steph
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 19-APR-1990 14:05:28.31
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: 401K PICKUP
Correction: If you want your 401K STATEMENT, you can pick it up in Yvettes
office today, OR it will be MAILED to you tomorrow.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::FRYE 19-APR-1990 14:12:10.58
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: BUILDING POWER
THE POWER SHUTDOWN SCHEDULED FOR THIS SUNDAY HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::NATALIE 19-APR-1990 15:29:48.00
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Tupperware Order Deadline
The Deadline for Tupperware Orders is TOMORROW, Friday, and 12:00 noon.
If you need an order form, stop by my office, or call me at x1794 and
I'll drop it off. Don't forget to bring your check or credit card.
Mastercard and VISA are accepted.
Thanks,
Natalie
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING, EXT 1750" 20-APR-1990 14:13:29.03
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: CER-7535
From: MIKE::MARGOLIN 20-APR-1990 14:10:08.41
To: AVL
CC:
Subj: AUTO-CER
==============================================================================
ATARI GAMES CORP COMPONENT EVALUATION REQUEST CER# 7535
==============================================================================
REQUESTED ACTION: NEW VENDOR APPLICATION: DSK Board
PROJECT: Hard Drivin's Fastest L USED ON ASSEMBLY:
PART NUMBER: 137448-170 GENERIC: 27C512
DESCRIPTION: IC,EPROM,Ceramic_(UV),CMOS,512K_(64Kx8),170ns
MANUFACTURER: TEXAS INSTRUMENTS MFG P/N: TMS27C512-1N
CONTACT: DON MULLIKEN PHONE: 748-2264
COMMENTS:
==============================================================================
ENGINEERING REPLY/NOTES:
==============================================================================
AVL DESCRIPTION | PART NUMBER
|
|
==============================================================================
DISPOSITION: __APPROVED __DISQUALIFIED __TEMPORARY APPROVAL
__REJECTED __OBSOLETE __RESTRICTED APPROVAL
AVL ACTION: __ADD VENDOR __ASSIGN NEW P/N __REVISION
__REMOVE VENDOR __CONVERT P/N __STATIC SENSITIVE
==============================================================================
ASSIGNED TO: DATE APPROVED DATE
==============================================================================
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 20-APR-1990 14:23:51.47
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: My drill's wrench
Some inconsiderate friend of mine has borrowed my drill's
wrench and left no note behind.
Please return it to me. I need it.
Farrokh
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 23-APR-1990 11:01:14.34
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BIKE
Subj: Tax Deductible Vacation
Are you planning your summer vacation? Are you looking for
something new and adventurous?
Earthwatch is a non-political, non-profit organization which
organizes volunteers to work with scientists on expeditions in 60
countries around the world, including many expeditions in the United
States. You can go for a week or a month, or however much time you
have. For example, you could help research volcanoes in Costa Rica or
help rescue Cape Cod's marine life. You could work with
archaeologists unearthing tombs in Egypt or with an Australian ecologist
who needs help collecting data on Kangaroo Island's plants. If you have
mountain climbing skills, you could help a Wyoming mammologist take a
Big Horn census in the Rockies. You could observe porpoises from a
dinghy off the coast of Hawaii. This is just a small sample. There are
many, many more.
Your transportation to and from expeditions, all membership costs,
and all expedition costs are 100% tax deductible. For information
write Earthwatch at 680 Mt. Auburn Street, P.O. Box 403, Watertown,
MA 02272.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::SHEPPERD 24-APR-1990 10:40:05.45
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: Power outage
PG&E says they will turn off the power to this building on saturday 4/28/90
beginning at 5am and they'll turn it back on around noon.
So...I'll turn off all the computers friday evening before I go home (around
9pm) and turn them back on saturday around noon. You might be advised to turn
off your terminals, development systems, etc. before you leave on friday.
Just a reminder, without power there'll be no phones, lights, computer access of
any kind or Schlage access to the building.
ds
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From: MIKE::FREITAS 25-APR-1990 10:24:16.47
To: MCCARTHY,HUBBERSTEY,MARGOLIN,STEWART,BRESHEARS,WILLIAMS,SMITH,FREITAS
CC:
Subj: BURN-IN
---------------- 25-APR-90 10:10:32 Pg 1
LISTED BELOW ARE THE RESULTS OF THE BURN-IN TESTS. THE BOARDS
WERE BURNED IN, 10 AT A TIME, FOR 2 HOURS AT 70 DEGREES C WHILE
POWERED UP IN THE ATTRACT MODE.
DATE TYPE TEST QTY FAIL
3/6 KLAX 100 1
3/15 BADLANDS 50 1
4/16 BADLANDS 200 0
I WOULD LIKE TO SET UP A MEETING ON FRIDAY, APRIL 27, AT 11:00 AM
FOLLOWING THE ENGINEERING STATUS MEETING, TO DISCUSS THESE RESULTS IN
GREATER DETAIL AND ESTABLISH A BURN-IN STRATEGY FOR THE FUTURE.
JIM
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From: KIM::RAY 26-APR-1990 12:51:22.32
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE
CC: RAY
Subj: Data I/O Unipak 2B is back from repair
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 26-APR-1990 13:04:52.17
To: MIKE::FREITAS
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: RE: BURN-IN
Cannot make 11am meeting. How about 1:30pm instead?
Jed
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From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING, EXT 1750" 27-APR-1990 09:35:38.95
To: BURNIAS,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: CER-7535 - Completed
From: MIKE::MARGOLIN 20-APR-1990 14:10:08.41
To: AVL
CC:
Subj: AUTO-CER
==============================================================================
ATARI GAMES CORP COMPONENT EVALUATION REQUEST CER# 7535
==============================================================================
REQUESTED ACTION: NEW VENDOR APPLICATION: DSK Board
PROJECT: Hard Drivin's Fastest L USED ON ASSEMBLY:
PART NUMBER: 137448-170 GENERIC: 27C512
DESCRIPTION: IC,EPROM,Ceramic_(UV),CMOS,512K_(64Kx8),170ns
MANUFACTURER: TEXAS INSTRUMENTS MFG P/N: TMS27C512-1N
CONTACT: DON MULLIKEN PHONE: 748-2264
COMMENTS:
==============================================================================
ENGINEERING REPLY/NOTES:
1) ADD TEXAS INSTRUMENTS PART NUMBER TMS27C512-1NL AND TMS27C512-1JL
TO PART NUMBER 137448-170.
2) ADD THE FOLLOWING TEXAS INSTRUMENTS PART NUMBERS TO THE INDICATED
ATARI PART NUMBER:
137448-300 TMS27C512-3NL
137448-250 TMS27C512
137448-200 TMS27C512-2NL
==============================================================================
AVL DESCRIPTION | PART NUMBER
|
|
==============================================================================
DISPOSITION: X_APPROVED __DISQUALIFIED __TEMPORARY APPROVAL
__REJECTED __OBSOLETE __RESTRICTED APPROVAL
AVL ACTION: X_ADD VENDOR __ASSIGN NEW P/N __REVISION
__REMOVE VENDOR __CONVERT P/N __STATIC SENSITIVE
==============================================================================
ASSIGNED TO: DATE APPROVED DATE
TOM CLARK APRIL 27,1990
==============================================================================
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From: CHARM::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 27-APR-1990 10:51:04.70
To: DURFEY,MARGOLIN
CC: BIKE
Subj: Pots
Selftest isn't reading the pot inputs on the Control Input screen
anymore. I'm pretty sure it used to get a timer interrupt during selftest
and it doesn't now.
Bonnie
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From: GAWD::MCCARTHY "Pat" 27-APR-1990 12:05:56.68
To: @sys$mail:engineer
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: Data I/O alert.
DIO alert !
We tried to upload an AMD 27c512 at the Data I/O 288 programmer.
What we got was a destroyed device.
When the Data I/O did auto F/P selection it got FF/FF. The correct F/P
code is DD/A4. When we attempted to do the upload the device was
destroyed. Later we did a "LOAD FROM MASTER" on another AMD 27c512 and that
worked ok.
I called DATA I/O and they said that they are investigating a problem with
AMD 27c512 parts and 288 version 4.1 The engineer is going to call me back
with further details. He had not heard of destroying devices.
Pat.
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From: GAWD::MCCARTHY "Pat" 27-APR-1990 12:25:48.75
To: @sys$mail:junk
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: Disposal of lab surplus.
There are several old monitors, game boards, power supplies etc. in the
Labs. (See a technician, or the junk pile outside the BLOODSPORT lab.) If
you are interested in acquiring any of these items, they can be yours for
a VERY reasonable amount.
Available material will be displayed at a location to be announced, (a lab
or the common area) in the afternoon of Wednesday May 9 for review and
purchase.
See Pat Mc Carthy, John Ray, or Chris Downend for details. Anything left on
Monday 5-14 will be sold to scrap merchants. Anything acquired for personal
use must be removed from the building by that date.
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 27-APR-1990 14:20:38.75
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: messy trees
Once again I'm calling upon the people who
read their junk mail for some advise, help,
and input to this problem.
What problem?
I've had it with my neighbors trees. They're
messy and turn my pool into a swamp.
Has anyone had experience with cutting
tall trees ? (about 40' high)
What's the safest way to get up that high
with a chainsaw in one your hand?
1. A 40' extension latter.
2. Climb the tree.
3. Rent a lift.
4. Any other suggestions?
Professional guyes want between $1500 to
$2000 for this job.
Farrokh
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From: BERT::LINDA "Evening Receptionist" 27-APR-1990 16:27:08.00
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: REMINDER
THERE WILL BE A POWER SHUT DOWN ON 4-28-90 FROM 5:00 A.M. TILL 12:00 P.M.
DON'T FORGET TO TURN OFF YOUR COMPUTERS AND TERMINALS.
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From: BERT::LINDA "Evening Receptionist" 27-APR-1990 16:41:16.78
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: TRAFFIC WARNING
880 S.BOUND NEAR THE 101 INTERCHANGE IS DEAD-LOCKED.
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 30-APR-1990 10:56:57.24
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: The Radio
Does anyone out there listen to KOIT 96.5 FM. between 9am and 5pm. If so
please let me know, I'll tell you why when you reply.
Thanks Steph
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 30-APR-1990 15:09:28.56
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: LAST LAUGH COUPONS
This coupon entitles the bearer to four free admissions for the 8:00pm show at
the San Pedro club only. Valid until May 8th. If you would like one or more,
ther're at the main lobby desk.
Steph
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From: BERT::MOMODA 30-APR-1990 16:55:45.16
To: FUJIHARA,BENZLER,PIERCE,BLOOD,RAY,MOORE,DOWNEND
CC: MOMODA
Subj: Amer. Technos - Combatribe
New game at Sunnyvale Golfland (3-plyr version) and Milpitas (2-plyr).
Option switch changes from two to three players. Big oversized muscled
guys with lots of violence. Smashing two heads together, swing enemies
around by feet, throw video games at enemies. Lots of interesting features
and making big money according to Technos. $440 in 4 days at Milpitas and
$169 on Saturday alone.
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From: BERT::CAMERON "I AM WHAT I AM" 1-MAY-1990 08:22:52.87
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: mia
Our spool of custom 3-conductor ultra-flex cable is missing! The entire
future of the company is hinged upon the return of the precious wire
this morning. We must have it to build Gumball games.
In the past people would come and take a handful of terminals or a
length of wire, but it seems now the rage is to take the entire
bin of parts, or the entire spool of cable.
This is not acceptable.
Please get up from your chair and return it right now.
My apologies to the people this message doesn't pertain to........
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From: BERT::CAMERON "I AM WHAT I AM" 1-MAY-1990 14:42:26.27
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: MIA continued
The missing cable has not been recovered, however, we have discovered
the the cable strippers that are adjusted to precisely strip the very
delicate cable are also missing.
We would just like to commend the scum-sucking-dog who took our cable
for having the good taste to take the right tool for the job.
Please be aware that you should just twist the tool once, then bend the
jacket to break it free, so as to not nick the wire underneath. It is
kind of a tricky operation so I wish you good luck with it.
Bye for now....Oh by the way, we have just one tie wrap gun left if
anyone would like to come and take it.
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 1-MAY-1990 17:19:52.42
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: EPROM Prices
I just talked to Mary Burnias about EPROM prices. She is buying 1300-1500
1 MEG EPROM's for Hydra production so we have some REAL price data. It looks
very good. The leadtime issue is a concern however, and Rob Bryant is advocating
a spec buy on 1 MEG EPROM's as needed on Bloodsport and other projects.
1k 5k 10k
T.I. 27c010-200 $5.75 5.75 5.75 10 week leadtime
Toshiba 9.25 8.35 8.15 8-10 week
Mitsubishi 9.10 8.87 8.64 4-8 week
Atmel 6.00 5.80 5.70 ? - worried about lawsuits ?
Since 10 weeks is too long for our June 14 production date, Mary went
to distribution (Wylie) and with some leverage from TI, got the price
down to $6.30.
Mary says the 27c512-200 costs $2.75 (EPROM) or $2.40 (OTP).
So, (2) 27c512 @ $5.50 are only slightly less than (1) 27010 @ $5.75.
When you consider PCB space, and handling costs, the 27010 probably have
the edge - finally.
I asked Mary to get a reading on the stability of the $5.75 from TI. If
the forecast is stability (particularly on rising indications), then
we are at the point of making a strategic decision of switching to 1 meg
EPROM's in our designs. Engineering management will discuss this
further, but it looks like something to plan on.
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From: CHARM::LOGG 2-MAY-1990 10:14:34.90
To: MARGOLIN,MONCRIEF
CC:
Subj: New feedback joystick
Jed;
Wade has a prototype of the new feedback joystick. Can you get with
him to design an interface for my use? What is needed in the way of hardware
and software changes?
Thanks
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From: KIM::DURFEY 2-MAY-1990 17:08:10.36
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: For Sale
1979 Elkhart 31' travel trailer.
Fully self contained.
Full length awning.
Electric tongue jack.
Air conditioned.
Excelent condition.
Asking $7850 or best offer.
I will probably have it here to see by Monday the 7th.
Erik @ x1755
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From: MIKE::BRESHEARS 3-MAY-1990 14:58:23.54
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: OODLES OF POODLES (PUPIES)
HERE IT IS, AT LAST, YOUR CHANCE TO PURCHASE A AKC REG. SILVER MIN.
POODLE OF YOUR VERY OWN. PUPPIES ARE 3 WEEKS OLD AND ARE READY TO GO
IN 4 MORE WEEKS! RESERVE YOUR VERY OWN LIL DARLIN' NOW! 2 MALES AND
2 FEMALES AVAILABLE......HURRY, BE THE FIRST ONE TO PICK AND WIN A FREE
CAN OF DOG FOOD AND COLAR! SEND INQUIRERS VIA VAX OR CALL ME @ X3908
THANKS.....JIM
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From: GAWD::MCCARTHY "Pat" 4-MAY-1990 12:15:22.64
To: @sys$mail:hardware
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: PAL - DATA I/O software update.
The DATA I/O interface program for pals/gals has been changed a little.
The next time you program a pal you will notice the changes.
There is a little less typing to do, and a little more information
presented.
If I broke it, let me know.
Pat.
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From: CHARM::MOTT 4-MAY-1990 13:39:04.78
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: COME PLAY THE NEW VERSION OF HARD DRIVIN'!!!!!!!
Come play the latest version of Hard Drivin' in the engineering
common area!! We are very interested in comments on the new response
(lower display lag and faster update rate). There are also three
different cars to choose from. Let us know what you think of them.
And try the new autocross track-- a "whole new driving experience"!!
(Also let us know of any bugs--we know about the high score table
display bug (if you don't make a champ lap).)
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From: KIM::HUBBERSTEY 7-MAY-1990 11:45:07.44
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE
CC: HUBBERSTEY
Subj: Oki ADPCM chip
The Oki ADPCM chip we use is very sensitive to noise on the +5 line (this is
because the D/A is fed from +5). I recommend that we start using an RC filter
on the +5 to this chip to reduce the noise. Values of 33 ohms and 47uF seem to
work fine. Do not increase the resistor value much beyond this or you may
induce CMOS latchup in the chip.
Tim
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From: BERT::BROWN 8-MAY-1990 16:18:17.18
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: BROWN
Subj: SUMMER MATINEE, 1990
AMC THEATRES IS ANNOUNCING THEIR SUMMER MATINEE PROGRAM. THE AMC MILPITAS 10,
THE AMC SUNNYVALE 6, AMC OAKRIDGE 6, AND THE AMC SARATOGA 6 THEATRES WILL BE
FEATURING A FULL COMPLEMENT OF G AND PG RATED FEATURE LENGTH FILMS EACH MONDAY
THROUGH FRIDAY ALL SUMMER LONG. THESE MOVIES HAVE BEEN SPECIALLY CHOSEN TO
PROVIDE HOURS OF ENJOYMENT TO CHILDREN OF ALL AGES, AND AT A LOW PRICE. TEN
MOVIES FOR ONLY $7.50! THAT'S ONLY 75 CENTS PER MOVIE!
TWENTY FILMS ARE AVAILABLE FOR YOU TO CHOOSE FROM, AND EACH FILM SHOWS FOR FIVE
CONSECUTIVE DAYS AT EACH COMPLEX, WHICH ALLOWS YOU AMPLE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THE
FILMS OF YOUR CHOICE. SHOWTIME FOR EVERY MOVIE IS 10:30 A.M., MONDAY THROUGH
FRIDAY. THE TWENTY MOVIES BEING SHOWN ARE:
ALL DOGS GO TO HEAVEN HONEY I SHRUNK THE KIDS
RAINBOW BRITE UNCLE BUCK
THE NEVER ENDING STORY THE WIZARD
THE CARE BEARS MOVIE BILL & TEDS EXCELLENT ADVENTURE
AN AMERICAN TAIL BIG
CHARLOTTE'S WEB TURNER & HOOCH
THE LAND BEFORE TIME GHOST BUSTERS
POUND PUPPIES BEETLEJUICE
THE NEW ADVENTURES OF PIPPI LONGSTOCKING THE PRINCESS BRIDE
THE BUGS BUNNY/ROAD RUNNER MOVIE RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK
THE TICKETS HAVE TO BE ORDERED, SO IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BUY A PACKAGE (10 FOR
$7.50) PLEASE SEE ME BEFORE JUNE 1.
HUMAN RESOURCES
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From: GAWD::RAY 8-MAY-1990 18:11:23.69
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE,TAKAICHI,FRYE
CC: RAY
Subj: Tidy Fridy -- Friday May 11
TIDY FRIDY TIDY FRIDY TIDY FRIDY TIDY FRIDY TIDY FRIDY
This Friday, May 11 is TIDY FRIDY. We will have an area in
the back of the building to put all of your unneeded
cabinets, controls, PCBs, monitors, and junk. (Next week will
have a big "sale".) The goal is to clean out the labs,
offices, common area, cages, etc. of all the junk that tends
to accumulate. Please dress appropriately for the occasion!!
You can begin sorting your stuff any time this week. Chris,
Pat, and I will come by after lunch on Friday to help you
decide what should be tossed (if you need the help).
Those of you who own games should put your name on them
(clearly) or put them in your office. They should be out of
the labs/common area by 5/14.
Refreshments will be provided Friday afternoon to quench your
thirst after working so hard!! (Gatorade?)
John
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From: KIM::MCCARTHY "Pat" 8-MAY-1990 23:10:19.34
To: @PROJECTS
CC: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE,MCCARTHY
Subj: HARDWARE SPECIFIC SUBDIRECTORY.
If not already done please create two subdirectories in your project
account.
1. [project-name.RELEASE]
This is the directory to which you will copy your released code. This
directory should be treated as a program MASTER. It will contain the
AROMREL.DOC file that is the key to those files. It will also keep the
released PAL/GAL jedec files and other hardware specific files that are
required for your game. It does not need to include the PAL/GAL source
files. This directory and the AROMREL.DOC file are required long before
you actually release code, in order to create an accurate parts list, so if
you create it now we won't have to bother you when you are trying to make
field test deadlines etc. It is also a good idea to have a subdirectory in
this directory to hold stable and matched versions of your program,
graphics and audio before release. It is hard to debug hardware when we
have mismatched rom codes.
2. [project-name.PAL]
This is the directory that will contain all the source codes for PALs,
GALs, hardware specific PROMS etc. Engineers and Techs: please use these
directories to develop and maintain your PAL sources. This makes the files
available to those that need them, and everybody knows where to go to find
them. It also ensures that these sources are archived properly at project
end. To make this more convenient the game engineer and technician should
have full access to the [.PAL] directory by ACL (access control list). If
you do not know how to set up an ACL I will be glad to help.
Pat.
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 9-MAY-1990 10:29:41.39
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: Refreshments for TIDY FRIDAY
GATORATE?
Personally I prefer MILLER GENUINE DRAFT LiGhT
It's tastes great and it's less LESS fiLLinG,
it won't weigh you down so you can lift heavy
junk around the labs All dAy...
Farrokh
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From: KIM::RAY 9-MAY-1990 14:49:51.13
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Milpitas Golfland
The following competitor test games are at Milpitas Golfland:
1. G-LOC from Sega (actually, not a test game)
Moving seat After Burner type. 3 tokens to start, 2 to continue.
2. Columns from Sega -- see earlier mail
3. Boulder Dash from Data East
Sort of Dig Dug. Dig your own maze, collect jewels, things fall
on your head.
4.
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From: BERT::OWENS 9-MAY-1990 16:53:45.55
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Missing Car Keys
Help!!!!!
I seemed to have miss placed my car keys! A rather large
collection of keys, with gold Ford ignition and trunk keys. If found
please call ext. 1753 or turn into the front desk.
RLO
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From: GAWD::KWINN 10-MAY-1990 10:55:05.16
To: @sys$mail:junk
CC: KWINN
Subj: Earth Day II: The Cafeteria
Hey, Fellow Atari Employees,
I had a thought just the other day. It ran something like this:
"Say, Paul, with all this hoopla about Earth Day, and the generally
Conservationist attitudes of the general Atari populace, why are we eating
every cafeteria meal off of polystyrene plates? Those things will easily
outlive us all in whatever land fill they end up. And that's without even
counting the possibility of the Chloro-Flourocarbons used in their manufacture
making the ozone layer more hole than ozone, thereby shortening our afore-
mentioned lives considerably.
"So," I continued (having secured my rapt attention), "how about if
you send out a message suggesting switching back to the paper things we used
to have? Surely the folks around here would gladly pay the extra 1 or 2 cents
per meal it would take to use the environmentally superior stuff. Surely a
groundswell movement is just one VAXmail message away."
So, was I right?... YOU make the call.
Paul "I don't want a tan THAT bad" Kwinn
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From: BERT::CAMERON "I AM WHAT I AM" 10-MAY-1990 11:23:43.01
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Ozono-fluoro-carbons
Come on, pal, Earth Day is over! We don't have to worry about the dumb ole
Earth for another 20 years.
I like the way the styrofoam cups kinda float outta the cabinets when you
open the door and land on your head. When you are in a boring meeting, it
would be almost impossible to make fingernail sculptures on the side of
paper cups. And besides all that, I LIKE the way Omar's lunch melts into
the plates! The lunch wouldn't quite taste the same if it had to stand
on its own merits for taste and aroma.
Our Doughnuts arrive in paper boxes, what more do you want?
Added Note, seriously folks: All the styrofoam plates and cups we use
in a week don't add up to the amount of styofoam in one of our game
shipping containers. But I don't know of an easy solution to that one.
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From: BERT::CAMERON "I AM WHAT I AM" 10-MAY-1990 11:38:03.96
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: addendum
Don't you hate it when the grocery clerk has your nine-grain-sprouted-
wheat bread shoved in the plastic bag, and then asks, "Plastic, okay?"
That way you have to be the heavy and say "NO", and then you get that look
while they pull it out. You should insist that they ask you if you would
like paper or plastic. It just a little thing, but it always peeves me.
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 10-MAY-1990 14:17:01.35
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Earth Day II : ATARI
Great idea Paul, a few cents extra for paper plates/bowls/cups would be
a cheap solution to fight the overwelming effects that polystyrene waste
has on our enviornment, and I'ld be willing to go the extra mile to do my
share. Heck I would even bring my own silverware from home rather than
using the plastics from the cafeteria.
But don't you think we're over reacting to all this polution around us?
After all why should I care about what's gonna happen to MOTHER EARTH after
I'm gone anyway. I'm definitely not worried about the possibility that
some day my grandson will not be able to enjoy fishing and other outdoor
recreations because I don't even have a kid. Come to think of it this
polution thing sort of defeats the hopes for having a family and completely
relieves me of the burden of parenthood, so hay its not such a bad thing
after all !!.
You know Carole has a good point too about the food flavor. I mean
some people have gotten to like the flavor of melted polystyrene in their
lunch specials. I'ld think twice about tampering with peoples taste buds
if I were you.
Farrokh
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From: ERNIE::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 10-MAY-1990 17:40:16.42
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: Earth Day re-revisited
I agree there was an awful lot of hoopla regarding Earth Day.
While I wouldn't put it the way Farrokh did, I also want to pass on a planet
my children can enjoy. But it seems to me that everybody is missing the
point. ("Look, isn't that cute? They're all out of step but my Johnny!")
Not all styrofoam is manufactured with CFC as a byproduct. In fact,
almost all manufacturers have already changed by this time to environmentally
BENEFICIAL procedures and products. Most styrofoam (polystyrene, McBoxes to
you family types) are already biodegradable. They don't last as long as the
paper equivalent.
The real problem is: We are running out of dump sites. Nobody wants
one in their backyard, and more and more land is becoming somebody's backyard.
Many plastics (including McBoxes) and some papers are PHOTOdegradable. They
dissolve in sunlight within a few months. But because nobody wants to deal
with disposables after they have been disposed, they are sealed in
odor-resistant, opaque PLASTIC bags (5 mils thick, not a wimpy 2!), hauled off
to a landfill, and become part of the strata by the same afternoon (so they
don't smell). Part of the disolving process involves conversion to inert
gasses. But since they don't get any light, they don't disolve anyways.
Paper is NOT an environmentally freindly alternative. To start with,
paper is made out of trees we need to stay trees (I remind you that paper is
about twice as dense as wood--it takes more trees than you think). And, paper
also needs air to decompose. If any of you have tried burning a magazine or
newspaper in the fireplace, you'll realize what I mean. We have archaeologists
digging in our own country. They are pulling out of dumps, completely intact,
unread newspapers that are in mint condition...from the 40s. By the TONS.
We are making our landfills (what a euphemism!) completely sterile. Because
the microorganisms that decompose waste produce chemicals which smell badly,
we perfume our dumps and impregnate them with chemicals to retard their
growth. And then we mash everything so that it can't be penetrated except
for boring holes through the materials. The microorganisms can't eat all at
once, they have to eat from the outside in. We go to great lengths to ensure
that the return to the environment is stretched from as little as a few
months to well over 100 years.
The point I'm trying to make (you were wondering, weren't you?) is this:
Make all the difference you can, cause if none of us does, that's no difference.
But know the difference you make. It makes absolutely no difference if you
bury a paper plate or a plastic one for the next hundred years. It makes no
discernable difference if you recycle a paper plate or a plastic one. The
key issue is not paper versus plastic, it is bury versus recycle. What
you can do that makes the biggest difference, is to NOT THROW STUFF OUT.
Recycle. When you get packing peanuts, don't toss them in six wastebaskets.
Send your original box, still 90% full of peanuts, to shipping. Toss your
pop cans in any of the collection boxes (you probably know of several).
Try NOT to use your trash can. Don't BUY disposable stuff. Don't use paper
plates at home to avoid washing plates. If you don't read your paper,
cancel the subscription. If you do, save them & give them to the Boy Sprouts.
If we all cut down in the amount of trash we throw out, we will help solve one
of the real problems.
I don't have any solutions that would be generally acceptable as far
as what to do with the trash once we throw it out. I'm not sure there is one.
We've re-evaluated that every time a dump closed. Within a few months, another
one opens. They have life expectancies even before they open. They know just
how long we can collect the trash from this size area and pile it on this much
square feet, before height becomes a problem.
I haven't quite figured out the solution to the rainforests, or
world hunger, or AIDs. But it seems to me that we must be spoiling for
a war or something, because we are more interested in having a cause than
in knowing what it is. I was both impressed and apalled at the Earth Day
special for its depth and its aim. Apparently a number of other people also
were impressed. That's great. Let's all do something that makes a difference.
The soapbox is now open.
sas
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From: CHARM::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 11-MAY-1990 12:13:33.98
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE,TAKAICHI,FRYE
CC: BIKE
Subj: Coincidence???
Nick at Night has been airing 7 consecutive nights of Donna Reed
shows. Isn't it funny that our Tidy Friday happens to coincide
with the DONNATHON?
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From: BERT::CAMERON "A Legend in her spare time" 14-MAY-1990 09:07:40.79
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Dick Tracy
Most of you might already know this, but I just read about it this
weekend. So that the movie, "Dick Tracy" would have the look and feel
of the comic strip, the entire film was shot in only seven colors that
are used for newsprint comics. All of the sets, wardrobe, cars, and make-up
were designed in these colors. I can't wait to see it, it sounds very
interesting.
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 14-MAY-1990 13:35:56.97
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Night Out
If you want a night out after work one day during the week, Brandons has a
really good jazz band playing every Tuesday night called Little Night Music.
Music starts at 8:00pm. They're friends of Marie Julians and she said they're
worth the wait.
Steph
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From: BERT::LINDA "Evening Receptionist" 14-MAY-1990 16:40:31.08
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: 1986 Toyota Supra for sale
A friend's father is selling his 2nd car. If you're interested, or know someone
that may be, there is a picture of the car at the main lobby desk.
Here are some of the features:
Manual 5-speed Transmission
Disk/Power Brakes
Anti-lock Brake System
Power Steering
Cruise Control
Air conditioning
Power Locks/Windows
Power Seats
AM/FM Cassette Stereo
Rear Defrost
The car has only 22,650 miles on it. (2nd car)
$ 12,900 or Best offer.
Call Rick at Home (xxx)xxx-xxxx
Work (xxx)xxx-xxxx
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From: BERT::LINDA "Evening Receptionist" 14-MAY-1990 23:18:14.03
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Lost and Found
I found a key that has a tag that has North Gate Storage written on it.
If it belongs to you, please retrieve it from the main lobby desk.
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From: BERT::LOIS 15-MAY-1990 13:38:30.73
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: LOIS
Subj: Drinking Glasses
Please solve the mystery. This morning there were 20 glasses
all washed and ready for the seminars to be held Wed. and Thursday.
As if by magic 3 of the glasses have disappeared. If you find one
please return it to the coffee station in Design Services.
THANKS
Lois
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From: MIKE::DUTTON 15-MAY-1990 15:43:07.76
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: CARPOOL
IS THERE ANYONE INTERESTED IN CARPOOLING WITH ME FROM MODESTO?
PLEASE CALL ME AT 473-9423. THANKS GARY DUTTON
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From: GAWD::RAY 15-MAY-1990 17:08:22.33
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: RAY
Subj: Junk sale -- Wednesday -- May 16, 1990
JUNK SALE
Tomorrow, Wednesday, for 1 day only, you are welcome to
purchase junk for the nominal price of $1 if it's smaller
than a bread box and $5 if it is bigger than a bread box. You
are on your honor to pay Lois for it (donut fund). You are
NOT allowed to bring it back into this side of the building -
- it must go home with you on Wednesday. If it is too big to
fit in your car, you can put a tag on it that says it is
sold; but you must take it by Friday or it will be sold to a
scrap dealer. (Obviously, the junk is "As Is" -- no
warranties expressed or implied.)
There are some pieces of equipment that Pat McCarthy is going
to sell to a used a equipment dealer (HP, GenRad, Wang). If
you are interested in these "specially marked items", then
see Pat --he will give you a better deal than the dealer
gets.
The junk that is available is within the yellow bands. It
includes the furniture that is next to the Video Edit Lab. It
does not include the Hard Drivin' cabinets nor the junk along
the wall leading to the Edit Lab.
Have fun, and don't hurt yourself!
John
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From: CHARM::SALWITZ 16-MAY-1990 11:41:13.30
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: RV Fun
Hey all you RV fanatics..
Some friends and I are taking a 25' RV up to Ashland Oregon and
want to stay over in the Shasta area on the way up. Problem is, we will
be arriving around 1:00 to 2:00 AM! Do you have any info/recomendations for
me? A few of us will sleep outside, while a few sleep inside. I am looking
for info on where we can stay.
JFS
JFS
x1723
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From: KIM::BRAD 16-MAY-1990 13:31:36.66
To: MARGOLIN
CC: MONCRIEF,MOORE
Subj: Just for the record....
The PASS SYSTEM was erroneously included in the 'scrap pile' to be sold.
It is not for sale.
If you could put it back in CAGE #3 I would appreciate it. If you would
rather not be bothered with putting it in the cage let me know and I will
return it to the cage.
- brad -
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From: BERT::CAMERON "A Legend in her spare time" 17-MAY-1990 08:49:17.14
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: VCR Time
It's on! It's on TV! It's on tonight!
"The Manchurian Candidate", channel 2, 7:30..........
(a movie that couldn't possibly be cut, henceforth 7:30)
It's so good, I don't think I'll tell you anything about it.
(If you are stuck on Twin Peaks, you'll have to tape one)
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::WEST 17-MAY-1990 13:03:26.25
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: computer system 4 sale
FOR SALE:
Microtech computer, 30 mb drive, 640k RAM, 2 d.d. drives,
printer (Star MP-10), monitor, software...
$1,000 or b.o.
Call Chuck Plitsch if interested: (xxx) xxx-xxxx.
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From: GAWD::MORRIS 17-MAY-1990 13:09:58.52
To: @sys$mail:junk
CC:
Subj: Tandy 100 Laptop computer For sale
For sale: (Last chance for a great deal!!!)
Tandy 100 Laptop computer, 32k, with 300 baud internal modem.
TRP 100 portable printer.
Portable floppy disk drive.
Super ROM, includes:
Lucid spread sheet, Write ROM text processor,
data base, thought outliner all in ROM.
Model 100 data manager system software on cassette.
Ultrascreen software on disk.
Disk power utility.
All the original manuals for hardware and software.
5 books on model 100.
AC adapters for all units.
Carrying case holds computer, disk drive and printer.
Asking price $350 for everything.
I have all the stuff here if you want to see it.
Call Jim at x3798
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 17-MAY-1990 17:44:14.17
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: going my way?
I need a ride to the shop on Dela Cruze Blvd to pick-up my Z.
If anyone reading this today is going towards Santa Clara, and
could give me a ride, I would appreciate it.
Farrokh 17:41
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From: CHARM::ANTIGRAV 18-MAY-1990 09:40:02.95
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: ams trick
maybe you already know it...
but Sam and Minh showed me a way to get into TRAnsparent mode on an AMS that
is hooked to a board that's been powered down. It's always been frustrating
to need to use a terminal and be faced with > NO TARGET VCC
So all you need to do is
1) take the terminal off-line with NO SCROLL
2) enter the AMS-specific reset keystroke (usually CTL-X or CTL-Z)
3) type TRA and follow it with a couple of keystrokes
4) put the terminal back on-line with
5) and VIOLET! it's connected!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::PIERCE 18-MAY-1990 10:46:53.52
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Wrestling for information.
Does anybody out there have the wrestling team "The Bushwacker Brothers"
on tape. Any other information about them would also be welcome.
MSP
1764
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From: KIM::PLOTKIN 18-MAY-1990 11:00:06.38
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: innovative video games
I taped a two-minute segment off the newscast last night, which explored new
developments in video games at the Lucas Skywalker Ranch. The tape will be
shown at 4pm today (Friday) in the animation lounge (next to Brad's office).
Sharon
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From: BERT::BROWN 18-MAY-1990 15:03:29.96
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: promotion
WE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE PROMOTION AND TRANSFER OF PETE BARA TO THE
POSITION OF SUPERVISOR, SHIPPING/RECEIVING/STORES, FOR TENGEN.
PETE HAS BEEN WITH ATARI GAMES SINCE 1978, MOST RECENTLY AS A WAREHOUSE
SPECIALIST IN CUSTOMER SERVICE. THIS PROMOTION AND TRANSFER IS IN RECOGNITION
OF PETE'S SKILLS AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE SUCCESS OF ATARI GAMES AND TENGEN
OVER THIS TWELVE YEAR PERIOD.
PETE WILL HAVE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE INTEGRITY OF TENGEN'S FINISHED GOODS
INVENTORY, AND THE SUPERVISION OF ALL MOVEMENT OF TENGEN PRODUCT.
CONGRATULATIONS, PETE!!
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 18-MAY-1990 17:07:07.12
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: lost and found
I found one of the special baseballs that goes to the pitching machine.
Whoever got the pitching machine can have this ball as well - give me a call.
Chris @ x1719.
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From: BERT::EVELYN 21-MAY-1990 07:58:02.04
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: BUICK
SALE ***************
1981 BUICK - 2 DOOR DIESEL
$2500 OR BEST OFFER
CONTACT CONNIE X 3706 OR ROSIE 247-5381 FOR MORE INFORMATION!!!!!
From: KIM::MCCARTHY "Pat" 22-MAY-1990 14:27:57.46
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: ABEL manual
Who has the ABEL manual. I need it.
Pat.
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From: MIKE::WILLIAMSON 22-MAY-1990 15:43:45.83
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK,WILLIAMSON
CC:
Subj:
I HAVE A BOX IN RECEIVING FROM MIDWESTCO WITH NO NAME.
ITS A TRANSFORMER THAT WAS TESTED BY THEM.
IF ITS YOURS CALL EXT. 3934
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::DOWNEND 22-MAY-1990 16:19:31.23
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Mere Christianity
Over the next several weeks a group is meeting to read and discuss a classic
book written by C.S. Lewis. Lewis presents a logical and persuavsive argument
for the Christian faith in his book entitled, Mere Christianity. Lewis states
his purpose in the preface as, "But in this book I am not trying to convert
anyone to my own position ... I thought that the best ... service I could do
for my unbelieveing neighbours was to explain and defend the belief that has
been held common to nearly all Christians..."
The plan is to read a few chapters on our own each week and then meet for
freefrom discussion. If you are at all interested, please join us. We have a
few extra copies of the book so don't worry about that. We will be meeting on
Thursdays at 12 noon in the Central conference room - bring your lunch.
Thursdays, 12 noon, Central Conference Room
___________________________________________________________________________
From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 22-MAY-1990 17:22:33.91
To: KIM::MCCARTHY
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: RE: ABEL manual
Don Pauuw might have it.
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From: MIKE::DURFEY 22-MAY-1990 17:47:28.51
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: f
From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 22-MAY-1990 16:42:18.49
To: DURFEY
CC:
Subj: the real story
From: KIM::DOWNEND 22-MAY-1990 16:16:37.45
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Mere Christianity
Over the next several weeks a group is meeting to read and discuss a classic
book written by C.S. Lewis. Lewis presents a logical and persuavsive argument
for the Christian faith in his book entitled, Mere Christianity. Lewis states
his purpose in the preface as, "But in this book I am not trying to convert
anyone to my own position ... I thought that the best ... service I could do
for my unbelieveing neighbours was to explain and defend the belief that has
been held common to nearly all Christians and hold them down in sheer bordom
for several hours while I do so..."
The plan is to read a few chapters on our own each week and then meet for
free-form sexual activity with each other. The idea is to make people around
us believe that we are talking christ (to repel them away), while each and
every one of us will take our turn haveing sex with those others that are in
the meeting. If it is not our turn then we can discuss the positions that are
at that time being utalized, Or create new thrusting motions of our own. If
you are at all interested, please join us. We have a large table in the
conference room that will oblige two couples at a time. We also have a few
extra copies of the book that have not been copulated on, so don't worry about
that. We will be meeting on Thursdays at 12 noon in the Central conference
room - bring your lunch.
Thursdays, 12 noon, Central Conference Room
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From: BERT::HAYES "Ann Doyle Hayes, ext 3747" 23-MAY-1990 15:42:07.64
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: "Dollar Coin"
ALERT !! ALERT !! ALERT !!
USA Today is running a "Phone in Your Opinion" -- "Should we replace
dollar bils with dollar coins?"
PLEASE CALL THIS TOLL-FREE NUMBER 1-800-255 5463 TODAY between 6:00 am
and midnight (EDT) to leave a message!!
"USA Today will publish as many of your "letters" as possible on this
page Friday". (two guest columnists views appear on todays issue page
10A -- phone in letters should appear on Face-Off or Inquiry on Friday).
Please pass this phone number to anyone in the industry you might talk
with today.
This is a good opportunity to get our message out!! Please call.
Regards
Shane Breaks
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From: BERT::HAYES "Ann Doyle Hayes, ext 3747" 23-MAY-1990 16:49:11.29
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: "Dollar Coin"
ALERT!! ALERT!! ALERT!!
My last message was not very clear..... PLEASE VOTE FOR THE DOLLAR COIN
Our industry needs this change from dollar bills to dollar coins. We need
to start charging more per play and if we have the dollar coin it makes
it somewhat easier. We need all the support we can get.
Thank You
Shane Breaks
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From: CHARM::LOGG 24-MAY-1990 09:28:03.91
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Fire Birds
The movie Fire Birds (aka Wings of the Apache) starts tomorrow Friday
May 25. Check it out and let me know how you like it. For those of you that
have seen or played my game, let me know what parts are the most exciting and
should be added to my game.
Thanks
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 24-MAY-1990 10:23:03.89
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Sally Jessy
Today on Sally Jessy Raphael they had kids who had leukemia on the show. They
were asking the kids, "if you had one wish what would it be". Most of the
kids wanted to meet someone famous and they had the person they wanted to meet
back stage as a surprise. One little boy asked for a Hard Driven Game and
they had a stand up Hard Drivin game on stage for him. If you didn't already
know about this, I thought I'd tell you all that you helped give a very sick
boy a wish come true. Isn't that special!!!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BUCHOLZ 24-MAY-1990 14:50:54.50
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: TIMECARDS
TIMECARDS FOR WEEKENDING MAY 26 ARE DUE BY 9:00 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 29, DUE TO
MONDAY'S HOLIDAY. IF YOU KNOW IN ADVANCE THAT YOU CAN'T MAKE THE TUESDAY
MORNING DEADLINE, PLEASE TURN IN YOUR TIME CARD ON THE PREVIOUS FRIDAY.
REMEMBER TO CORRECTLY CODE THE FOLLOWING WEEKS TIMECARD (WEEK ENDING
JUNE 2) WITH HOLIDAY PAY, 143H.
MICHELLE BUCHOLZ
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From: KIM::WEST 24-MAY-1990 16:17:54.47
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: New Moon (not Blue Moon)
ASTRONOMY NEWSFLASH * * *
There will be an extremely thin sliver of a new moon tonight,
visible just above the horizon between west-northwest and
northwest thirty minutes after sunset. To see it, you'll
need to use binoculars and scan above where the sun set
below the horizon. How new is it? Only 16 hours old on
the West Coast.
Happy viewing.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::RAY 24-MAY-1990 16:40:02.51
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: RAY
Subj: The command POST
A strange thing happened recently -- the VAX was very slow. So
I used a couple of tools for finding out what was loading it
down and found out that it was JUNK MAIL. 25% of KIM was being
used to send out a message to everyone on the JUNK mail list.
When you use the normal SEND command (within the MAIL program)
to @SYS$MAIL:JUNK, you tie up your terminal and the computer
for quite a while. A better way to send mail to a large group
is to first create a file that contains the text you want to
send and then issue the following command (from the $ prompt,
not from within MAIL):
POST filename.txt @SYS$MAIL:JUNK "Subject"
This will send the mail as a batch job on a fast computer. Your
terminal is not tied up and you are not bogging down the slow
computers.
Thanks!!
John
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From: KIM::BRAD 24-MAY-1990 19:36:49.00
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: BRAD
Subj: First Impressions: Windows 3.0
I downloaded this from BIX. If you're interested in the new MS WINDOWS
release read on. If not, you might as well delete this message now.
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TITLE: FIRST IMPRESSION: 3's The One
Windows 3.0 Carries DOS Into The 1990s
by Jon Udell
Users of DOS PCs rejoice! Windows 3.0 will breathe new life
into your machine. Microsoft has bundled a graphical
environment, a suite of desktop applications, a DOS program
switcher, a Windows multitasking executive, a V86
multitasker, and a virtual memory manager into a single
package. Windows has long aspired to change the face of DOS
computing--not just for Excel or PageMaker addicts, but for
the rest of us. A year ago that transformation seemed
unlikely. Today it appears inevitable. Windows 3.0 finally
consummates the Windows/DOS marriage. That's good news
for the 386 crowd, and great news for the silent majority:
286 owners who've lately been made to feel they've bought an
Edsel.
Windows 3.0 runs in three modes: real, standard, and 386
enhanced. When you type WIN at the DOS command line,
Windows scopes out the local hardware configuration and
starts up in the appropriate mode: real on an 640K-byte XT or
AT, standard on an AT with at least 256K of extended memory
or a 386 with less than a megabyte of extended memory, and
386 enhanced on a 386 with more than a megabyte of
extended memory. All modes share the same radically
improved graphical interface, and enhanced suite of Windows
desktop applications. Standard mode adds the ability to run
Windows 3.0 applications in 286 protected mode--that is,
with direct access to up to 16 megabytes of extended
memory. 386 enhanced mode adds more: Preemptive
multitasking of DOS programs running in V86-based virtual
machines, and demand-paged virtual memory.
You can override the default startup behavior--for example,
you can type win /r to start Windows 3.0 in real mode on a
286 or 386. And to run an existing Windows/286 or
Windows/386 application, that's just what you'll have to do.
Windows 3.0 is fundamentally a DOS extender. The
DOS-extended programs that it can execute--Windows 3.0
applications--must abide by the same laws that
govern all protected-mode applications. That means, among
other things, that a program can't write to a code segment,
perform segment arithmetic, compare segment addresses, or
load a segment register with a value other than one provided
by the operating system.
Most existing Windows applications--and virtually all the
major ones--will require a tune-up in order to comply with
Windows 3.0. But the associated trauma won't be as severe as
you might think. Even ordinary DOS applications in general
port readily to DOS extenders. Windows programs, written to
a far stricter API that was designed with protected mode in
mind, find the transition even easier. Moreover, Windows
developers have been working with 3.0 for months; many have
already completed their ports. At least one shipping
application, Word for Windows, won't even require an
upgrade--it's already 3.0-compatible.
The New Windows Desktop
By design, the Windows desktop closely resembles that of
OS/2 1.2. And yes, that means that like PM, Motif, and
NextStep, Windows offers what seems to have become the
sine qua non of the modern graphical user interface: Buttons
shaded to create a three-dimensional effect. But there's a far
more significant enhancement. Both PM and Windows support
child windows that run as windows or as icons within the
boundaries of a parent window, sharing its menu bar. You can
see two examples of this behavior in the photo. Both the File
Manager (similar to OS/2 1.2's File Manager) and the Program
Manager (Windows 3.0's primary shell) contain child windows
in active and iconic states.
I've yet to see another Windows 3.0 application that exploits
this technique (which IBM's Common User Access style guide
calls the multiple document interface, or MDI) as fully as File
Manager and Program Manager do. But the new SDK includes an
MDI code skeleton, and I hope many applications will adopt
this style. Other GUIs' window systems pale by comparison.
They limit you to a single top-level desktop. Windows 3.0
(like OS/2 1.2) supports a hierarchy of desktops. Each records
the arrangement of windows and icons running in support of a
task. You can collapse the whole aggregation into a top-level
icon, thus sweeping away a huge amount of visual clutter.
And you can recall the task with all its associated context
at a single stroke. Here's a practical way to manage a dozen
tasks, each with one or more windows--even on a standard
VGA screen.
You interact with Windows and DOS by way of five key
desktop applications: File Manager, Program Manager, Task
List, Control Panel, and Print Manager. File Manager, like its
OS/2 counterpart, views disk drives as an outline processor
does. Its primary child window presents a directory tree; you
single-click on nodes to show or hide their descendants.
Double-click on a directory node, and File Manager opens a
new child window that lists the files in that directory. You
can opt for an iconic or textual display, sorted in a variety of
ways. As with the old Windows MS-DOS Executive, you can
select and launch DOS or Windows applications directly, or
indirectly by way of documents associated with applications.
New conveniences include the ability to copy and move files
and subtrees using the mouse, to invoke an application by
"dragging and dropping" a compatible document onto its icon,
and to search for files.
File Manager and Program Manager
If you inspect the photo carefully, you'll see that File
Manager knows that the highlighted drive icon represents a
network drive. (The same holds true for CD-ROM drives.)
That's just a glimpse of Windows 3.0's network awareness. It
goes much further. The product provides extensive hooks for a
variety of networks--including MS-NET, Lan Manager,
NetWare, and VINES. When you install Windows 3.0 in the
presence of one of these networks, it loads a corresponding
driver. (NetWare users take note: You'll also need to update
your network shell components by way of NetWire or the
Novell hotline.) The network driver provides many
conveniences. From File Manager, for example, you can
execute Connect Net Drive. It provides a graphical interface
to MS-NET's NET USE, NetWare's MAP, or whatever command
your network uses for this purpose. With Browse, you can
look through the list of available servers and mounted
volumes for the drive to which you want to connect. The
specific form that this dialog takes will, again, vary
according to your network.
File Manager, like the Macintosh Finder, is fundamentally a
disk organizer. Program Manager works quite differently; it's
a task organizer. If you prefer the disk-oriented approach,
you can make File Manager the primary shell; just open
WIN.INI and specify shell=winfile.exe. But Windows 3.0
defaults to the Program Manager, and for good reason. Its
elements are groups and program items. Groups are child
windows that contain iconic program items which, in turn,
refer to applications and optionally to associated documents.
But when you create groups, add program items, and copy or
move program items between groups, you're not manipulating
the applications or documents themselves. You're
manipulating pointers to them. The added flexibility takes
some getting used to, but it's extremely useful.
You link program items to applications by way of Program
Manager's Properties dialog. Here you supply an application's
command line: A .EXE (Windows or DOS executable), .PIF
(Program Information File that tells Windows how to allocate
resources for a DOS program), .COM, or .BAT file, along with
command-line arguments if required. Unless you declined the
offer, the Windows setup program will have scanned your
local (and network) drives and created program items for all
the DOS applications for which Windows provides predefined
.PIFs.
Like File Manager, Program Manager can tile or cascade its
active child windows, and arrange those running as icons. You
can select and activate any group window or group window
icon from a list. And you can minimize any group window, or
minimize Program Manager itself.
Task List, Control Panel, Print Manager
Task List pops up when you double-click on the desktop, press
CTRL-ESC, or choose Switch To from any window's control
menu. It can tile or cascade top-level windows, arrange
top-level icons, enumerate tasks, switch to a task, or kill a
task. Incidentally, the several mouse and keyboard procedures
for starting Task List typify Windows 3.0. Like its
predecessors, and despite its greater complexity,
Windows 3.0 operates quite nicely under keyboard control. No
one will want to use the product without a mouse, but power
users will appreciate the dozens of keyboard shortcuts.
The Control Panel provides a suite of configuration tools.
Some of the tasks you can perform here include: Reset the
desktop colors; install or remove printer and screen fonts;
attach to an alternate network server; configure
communications ports; install and configure printers; specify
multitasking settings for 386 enhanced mode. In the
Colors dialog, you can switch to an alternate desktop color
scheme, or invent your own. The Ports dialog repairs one
longstanding deficiency: At last Windows itself supports
XON/XOFF flow control.
The Printers dialog illustrates another facet of Windows'
new network awareness. Once you've specified a port (say,
LPT1) and a printer (say, HP LaserJet), you can browse
network print queues and connect the port to a queue that
supports your selected printer. Windows intelligently offers
to bypass the local spooler and print directly to the network
queue. With earlier versions of Windows, you had to disable
spooling entirely in order to use network queues. Now you can
configure spooling on a per printer basis.
Print Manager handles both local and network queues. Even
when you bypass the Windows spooler to print straight to a
network queue, you can use Print Manager to monitor the job's
progress. Local queues display only jobs printed from
Windows applications, but network queues--thanks to the
intervention of the network driver--list all your print jobs.
By default, a network queue won't list other users' jobs, but
you can ask to see the complete list and (again depending
on the specific capabilities of your network and its Windows
driver) you can even browse network queues to which you're
not connected.
The desktop applications offer extensive online help. Like
OS/2 1.2, Windows 3.0 documents itself hypertextually and,
in its SDK, provides tools and protocols that enable
applications to follow suit. The Windows 3.0 applications I've
seen do take advantage of the help engine, which lends a nice
consistency to the environment. I particularly like the way
the help system enables users to annotate online
documentation.
Wide Open Spaces
As I write these words, I'm running Windows 3.0 in 386
enhanced mode on a 20Mhz, 4MB, 80386-based Gateway 2000. Task List
reports that I'm running FoxBASE (in a virtual DOS machine),
Epsilon (in another virtual DOS machine), five Windows 3.0
desktop applications (File Manager, Program Manager,
Paintbrush, Terminal, and Notepad), and three additional
Windows 3.0 applications (Microsoft's Excel, Samna's
Ami Professional, and Asymetrix' Hypercard-like ToolBook).
CHKDSK, which I ran in each of the two DOS sessions,
reported 477K bytes of free DOS memory--scarcely less than
the 486K bytes available to DOS after I booted and loaded my
network drivers, but before I launched Windows. Meanwhile,
Program Manager reports more than 10 megabytes of free
Windows memory. How can this be? Well, DOS multitasking
based on the V86 mode of the 80386 processor is nothing
new. But add protected-mode Windows applications running in
extended memory with access to virtual memory, and you're
really pushing out the envelope.
It's a different story on a 286--but not too different. On the
DOS side, you substitute program switching for DOS
multitasking, you give up hardware protection, and you get
somewhat less DOS memory. Running Windows in standard
mode on a 1-megabyte Compaq 286e, I found that a
secondary DOS session saw 44K bytes less free memory than
did the boot session. On the Windows side, you give up virtual
memory. Yet although standard mode appears limited when
you compare it to 386 enhanced mode, it legitimizes the 286
in a way that no other software product ever has. You can
still run multiple DOS applications reasonably, side by side
with Windows applications. And those Windows applications,
using as much extended memory as you care to install, will
really be able to stretch their legs.
DOS extenders come in two flavors. 286 extenders, such as
Rational Systems' DOS 16/M, break through the 640K memory
barrier, enabling programs to run in extended memory on a
286 or 386. But they still form addresses with 16-bit
offsets, and so can't manipulate data objects larger than 64K.
386 extenders, such as Phar Lap's 386|DOS-Extender, also
break the 64K segment barrier. They run only on a 386, but
can form addresses with 32-bit offsets and so present a
``flat'' 4Gb address space to applications. Windows 3.0 is a
286 extender. It runs programs in extended memory, but even
on a 386 those programs don't see the flat address space
characteristic of Phar Lap, Unix, or OS/2 2.0. To manipulate,
for example, very large bitmaps, Windows 3.0 programs must
still resort to the huge memory model which "tiles"
segments.
Although Windows 3.0 does offer 386-specific features--V86
multitasking and demand-paged virtual memory--the 80286
is its true target platform. And while the 64K segment limit
may be inconvenient, the 640K limit has been Windows' ball
and chain. That's gone now, and both 286 and 386 users will
reap the benefits. Existing Windows applications, once
converted, will enjoy what amounts to a free lunch. And
developers who just couldn't contemplate working in
real-mode Windows will think much harder about developing
for Windows 3.0.
Living With Windows 3.0
Like many people, I've always thought of Windows as an
application launcher, not a working environment. I'm no fan of
DOS shells; the ones I've tried feel like straightjackets. But
the notion of a dual environment in which DOS and Windows
applications coexist was always alluring. And so with each
successive version of Windows, I've put the WIN command
into my AUTOEXEC.BAT, just to see how long it could survive
there. Earlier versions of Windows never lasted more than a
day. This one's a keeper. For the first time, the Windows/DOS
coexistence entails relatively few compromises. DOS
sessions see more memory than in previous versions of
Windows--in standard mode as well as in 386 enhanced mode.
Even more important to me, access to network services
removes what had been a major obstacle to sustained use of
Windows. For example, Windows used to simply reject a
message sent over a network. Now it fields the message and
presents it in a Windows alert box. The only major
sacrifice--and this will be a problem for many users--is that
you can't use protected-mode memory managers like QEMM
and 386Max with Windows 3.0's standard or 386 enhanced
modes.
Some of the things I've learned about Windows aren't new to
3.0. Like Windows/386, Windows 3.0 supports cut-and-paste
operations between windowed DOS programs and Windows
applications. One evening, while connected to BIX by way of
Windows Terminal, I used the BIX search command to
generate a list of messages. The next step was to reformat
the message numbers as a comma-separated list, and feed
that list to the FILE command. I copied the SEARCH output
from Terminal's buffer to the Clipboard, pasted it into my
DOS text editor, built a macro to reformat the numbers, and
pasted the result back into Terminal.
What's new--to me, anyway--isn't the cut-and-paste feature
itself, but the opportunity to use it. You'd never load Windows
just to cut and paste between applications. And you'd never
load it just to run one of its accessories: Notepad, Write,
Terminal, Paintbrush, Calendar, Calculator, and Cardfile. But
if you establish the Windows desktop as your working
environment--and 3.0 makes that eminently practical--you'll
find that it has a lot to offer.
I've always used Notepad for quick text-editing tasks in the
Windows environment, but now I find Write perfectly
adequate for memos and correspondence. Paintbrush, derived
from ZSoft's PC Paintbrush, operates in color and improves in
many other ways on the old Windows Paint program. Since it
supports both .PCX and .BMP (Windows bitmap) formats, it
serves as a gateway between DOS- and Windows-based image
processing programs.
Terminal now handles binary file transfers; while not a
"full-featured" telecommunications program (there's no
scripting capability), it's nevertheless quite useful. The new
Calculator adds a scientific mode. It supports trigonometric
and statistical functions, and can operate in binary, octal,
and hexadecimal number systems. Even Cardfile--a sort of
rolodex that can store scraps of text and (black and white)
images--turns out to be surprisingly handy. Like the Mac's
Scrapbook, Cardfile holds a persistent collection of clipboard
items.
Raster Rainbows
Right out of the box, running on a standard VGA display,
Windows 3.0 looks more colorful than its predecessors.
Tasteful use of color has much to do with that impression.
Although you can change the desktop's color scheme, you'll be
hard put to come up with a better one. But there are also
more colors to work with. Earlier versions of Windows could
use just eight of the sixteen pure colors available in the VGA
640x480x16 mode; Windows 3.0 uses them all.
Behind the scenes, there's a whole new color architecture
waiting to be exploited. The new Windows API defines 1-, 4-,
8-, and 24-plane device-independent bitmaps. These formats,
compatible with OS/2 color bitmaps, extend the device
independence that Windows applications enjoy to the realm
of color imagery. Hardware color capability, not Windows
itself, becomes the limiting factor.
To support color-intensive Windows applications, the new
API also defines a set of palette-management functions.
These facilitate orderly arbitration among applications
competing for the use of a limited supply of colors. An
application can define a list of colors that it requires, in
order of importance. When it runs in the foreground, the
application gets first choice of the colors available in the
system palette. Background applications contend for the
remaining colors; they receive consideration in reverse order
of activation. If the system palette runs out of free colors,
Windows maps some or all of their requests to the closest
colors already in use, taking each application's specified
color priorities into account.
Windows reserves a pool of 20 static colors; that's the
default palette used for window titles, menu bars, and other
standard desktop elements. That means most applications
won't need to concern themselves with the intricacies of palette
arbitration. And on a 16-color VGA display, it's not even an issue.
But as Windows 3.0 drivers for more capable video boards arrive, and
as Windows applications begin to exploit 256 and more colors, the
palette manager will come into its own. Video Seven and 8514/A
drivers do come in the box, by the way. But most users of
better-than-VGA display hardware will have to wait a while
to find out what Windows 3.0 can really do with color.
Running DOS Applications
When you run DOS programs under Windows 3.0, standard and
386 enhanced modes correspond closely to Windows/286 and
Windows/386. In standard mode, DOS programs run fullscreen
and uninterrupted. You can have one or more DOS sessions;
each swaps to disk when you switch away from it. Standard
mode does improve on Windows/286 in several ways. There's
more memory for DOS programs because Microsoft has
dropped a little-used feature of Windows/286--the ability to
window "well-behaved" applications. And Program Manager
and Task List make it easier to find and switch to your DOS
applications. Windows 3.0's 386 enhanced mode, like
Windows/386, creates a powerful hybrid environment. The
Windows session, within which Windows applications
multitask cooperatively, itself multitasks preemptively with
one or more virtual DOS machines. A DOS program can run
fullscreen or in a window; ALT-ENTER toggles between the
two display modes. You can window textual and (with
restrictions) graphical displays.
Each virtual machine inherits and can customize the boot DOS
session. Since the original TSR memory hit propagates to all
virtual machines, it's best to start lean--for example, with
just network drivers--and load extras on a per-session basis.
There's no AUTOEXEC.BAT for virtual machines, but you can
use .PIF files, in conjunction with .BAT files, to tailor DOS
sessions for specific purposes.
The 386 enhanced mode outclasses Windows/386 in several
respects. Virtual memory enables you to run more DOS
sessions. And you've got greater control over how those
sessions multitask. A Windows/386 .PIF file offers three
options. Foreground means run only in foreground, while
background tasks run concurrently. Background means run in
foreground or background, while background tasks run
concurrently. Exclusive means run only in foreground, and halt
all other tasks. Windows 3.0 preserves and extends these
options. You can adjust each DOS task's (or Windows' own)
foreground and background timeslice. A new form of
the exclusive mode gives a DOS task all the cycles it wants
while active, but enables Windows to switch away from it
when idle. When there's an interrupt pending to a virtual
machine, Windows temporarily boosts its priority to
maintain crisp keyboard response. And in special cases, you
can speed up a DOS program by locking its EMS, XMS, or
conventional memory.
Virtual machines require virtual devices. Windows provides
drivers for the basic ones--disk, video, keyboard--but you
might run into a problem with a less common device. For
example, my floppy-controller-based tape drive won't work
with Windows 3.0 in 386 enhanced mode, so I can't run tape
backups in the background.
What about DOS-extended programs? For now, you have to
drop down to standard mode to run 286 DOS-extended
programs like Lotus 1-2-3 release 3, and to real mode to run
386 DOS-extended programs like IBM Interleaf Publisher. But
there's hope of better things to come. The DOS extender
companies are working hard to comply with the new DOS
Protected Mode Interface (DPMI), which will enable Windows
3.0 (or any other "DPMI server") to multitask protected-mode
applications. It sounds even scarier than VCPI (Virtual
Control Program Interface), but the current popularity of DOS
extenders and the likely success of Windows 3.0 will
probably make DPMI a reality.
The OS/2 Killer?
Has Microsoft committed corporate fratricide? Yes and no.
Windows 3.0 addresses, and satisfies, many pressing needs.
Rarely does an operating system upgrade render existing
hardware so much more useful. 3.0 will delight longtime
Windows fans, and win many new converts. Developers are
flocking to the platform, in some cases shifting their focus
from OS/2's Presentation Manager to Windows. The Windows
momentum that has been building for the last year or so is
about to become a tidal wave.
But scratch the elegantly polished surface, and you'll still
find creaky old DOS. OS/2 really is much better. Its
multithreaded architecture, 32-bit programming model, High
Performance File System, and rich Graphical Programming
Interface should, eventually, earn it the respect it deserves.
Windows 3.0 could be the best thing that ever happened to
OS/2. It's ideally positioned to draw huge numbers of DOS
users into the realm of GUI-based multitasking. Many will
remain happily within the Windows fold. As client/server
applications evolve, the Windows 3.0 client
workstation--communicating with servers running OS/2 or
its competitors--seems destined to become an important
industry standard. But power users who yearn for a better
foundation under the graphical desktop will find the move
from Windows to OS/2 quite natural.
In the meantime, on both technical and strategic grounds,
Windows 3.0 succeeds brilliantly. After years of twists and
turns, Microsoft has finally nailed this product. Try it. You'll
like it.
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 25-MAY-1990 13:45:48.78
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: message
Alan Murphy called at 12:00pm. He's having a BBQ 479-8277
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 25-MAY-1990 15:05:52.92
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: message
Please disregard message about Alan Murphy. I didn't mean to put it on junk
opps!!
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From: MIKE::SMITH 26-MAY-1990 11:58:31.84
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: THE BIRTH OF MRP
Today, May 26th at approximately 8:25am, MRP was born at ATARI Games. It has
been gently and caringly produced by the Production Control Department over
the last few months. It is still a little shaky, a little vunerable, but it
shows great promise.
The promise, for those of us that are not familiar with MRP, is a faster,
more controlled, and more accurated response to the nervous nature of the
Master Schedule which is driven by the whimsical market place.
MRP (Material Requirements Planning) is a tool that is used, in one form or
another, by ALL of the Fortune 1000+ companies. It is a tool that will provide
ATARI Games to more effectively compete at the Global Manufacturing Level.
We must learn how to use this tool effectively and creatively, this will come
with time. The real purpose of this memo is to thank everyone in the company
for the great support that is being provided to manufacturing so that we could
make MRP happen.
Thax again, Tom Smith
ps. accurated should be accurate
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From: MIKE::JULIAN 29-MAY-1990 09:08:08.62
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: CES MEETING
JUST A REMINDER! THERE IS A MEETING TODAY AT 1:30 FOR ALL CES ATTENDEES.
IT WILL BE IN THE MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM AT TENGEN. MANDATORY!!!!
THANKS
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From: GAWD::RAY 29-MAY-1990 09:43:26.99
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,STEWART,SMITH,BRYANT,BRESHEARS,FREITAS,HINDORFF
CC: RAY
Subj: Walkabout Friday -- 6/1/90 -- 3:30 - 5:00
Walkabout Friday is this Friday!! Munchies will be provided
by those zany characters from the RAMPARTS lab. So come by
the labs, play the games, and give your feedback (positive
and negative).
FRIDAY, June 1, 1990
3:30-5:00 P.M.
ALPHA, NU, & OMEGA LABS
John
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From: GAWD::RAY 29-MAY-1990 11:35:28.27
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: RAY
Subj: New 'game' at Great America
I was at Great America yesterday (doing my weekly market
research, of course), and I noticed a "spacey" new "attraction"
called LazerTron (I think). It is not in the same area as the
midway and the bank of Final Laps, but is next to the Edge. It
costs $3 for one person or $5 for a team of two people and lasts
about 3 minutes. (There was no line forming at this attraction!)
After you pay your money, you are given a battery operated
gun about 2 feet long. You are given the instructions "when
you see a robot, shoot him right between the eyes". When the
doors open, you go into a darkened room. A light goes on
illuminating one of about 10 robots -- lights flash if you
get him between the eyes. The robots (just sitting there, not
moving) light up randomly all around you for about 45
seconds, then you are told to go to the next room. There are
a total of 3 rooms. (This whole attraction is the size of an
RV trailer.) When you leave the third room and go back
outside, you can see a TV monitor that displays your score
and the last 5 scores.
It was basically Whac-a-Mole or a shooting gallery. It was
not much fun and far too expensive. It could only work where
you have a steady stream of "suckers".
John
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From: ERNIE::RAY 29-MAY-1990 12:47:47.07
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: RAY
Subj: General Meeting -- Wednesday, May 30, 10:00 -- Cafeteria
Engineering management is supposed to be passing out the
following memo this afternoon. To save time, here it is,
electronically....
Inter-Office Memo Atari Games Corporation
To: All Permanent Employees
From: Sandi Brown
Subject:General Meeting Date: May 29, 1990
There will be a general, all employee meeting on Wednesday, May
30 in the 675 Cafeteria. All permanent employees of Atari Games,
Atari Operations, and Tengen are being asked to attend.
The meeting will start at 10:00 a.m. Please be prompt.
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 29-MAY-1990 14:31:36.29
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: message
christen from qci called at 10:19am 5/29
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From: ERNIE::EYLER 29-MAY-1990 18:21:43.08
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Suspense/Mystery
Does anyone out there have a vhs copy of Dorothy Sayer's
Lord Peter Whimsey story "Five Red Herrings" Episode 4?
My wife & I watched the first 3 & missed the last one.
We just have to know what happens.
Thanks,
Chuck
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From: CHARM::STARK 30-MAY-1990 08:11:45.54
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Styrofoam...
Some of the recent information put fourth on junk mail regarding safe
polystyrene (styrofoam) was potentially misleading. Here is some additional
information from the book "50 SIMPLE THINGS YOU CAN DO TO SAVE THE EARTH":
BACKGROUND: What we think of as "styrofoam" is actually polystyrene foam.
This material is made from benzene (a known carcinogen), converted to styrene,
and then injected with gases that make it a "foam" product. The gases often
used are CFCs - which "eat" ozone molecules, depleting the Earth's vital ozone
layer. The alternatives to CFCs at present aren't wonderful. One is HCFC -
95% less damaging than CFCs, but still a threat to the ozone layer. Others
are pentane and butane, hydrocarbons that contribute to urban smog. So
non-CFC foam merely trades one kind of environmental problem for another.
IT'S GARBAGE:
o Polystyrene foam is completely non-biodegradable; it just won't go
away. Even 500 years from now, that foam cup that held your coffee this
morning might be sitting on the Earth's surface.
o Because of its very structure - containing large amounts of air - all
"styrofoam" (regardless of how it's made) takes up a lot of space for its
weight. This means it wastes enormous amounts of precious space at
already-bulging landfills.
o Polystyrene foam is deadly to marine life. It floats on ocean surfaces,
breaks up into pellets resembling food, and is consumed. When sea turtles,
for example, eat "styrofoam" its buoyancy keeps them from diving; it clogs
their systems and they starve to death.
SIMPLE THINGS TO DO:
o There are no such things as "safe" polystyrene foam. Don't use it.
Avoid foam packaging in egg cartons, disposable picnic goods, etc.
o If you eat at fast food restaurants, ask for paper cups and plates.
***************
Additional note: the cafeteria folk don't mind if you bring your own plate
& utencils. They also don't mind putting small items (egg on muffin, etc) on
napkins instead of styrofoam plates. As the consumer, YOU have the final vote.
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From: ERNIE::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 30-MAY-1990 12:25:24.55
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BIKE
Subj: Remodeling
I need a good plumber and electrician in the Sunnyvale area.
Can you recommend anyone?
Bonnie
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From: GAWD::ERDMANN 30-MAY-1990 16:26:28.95
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: THIS IS NOT JUNK MA-PLEASE READ IT
Allright you guys....
It's finally here! RECYCLING
There will be two bins for collection:
One for aluminum (cans, etc.)
and one for glass (bottles, etc.)
They will be conveniently located:
One set in the engineering comman area
One set in the cafeteria
One set in manufacturing (probably in
the lunch room)
***PLEASE use the bins that are nearest you. To date there is no official
recycling program in the city of Milpitas so a lot of concerned people are
going to do a lot of extra work to gather everything up and get it to the
correct facilities. ( big round of applause to Bob Frye and Brenda and her
staff and to Ed Logg ) So pleeeeeeze let's keep up our end and take that
extra two minutes to get ALL of you cans and bottles to the bins. We can't
let them get piled up in the offices and the cleaning people will not take
them for you.
The next on our agenda for a cleaner Atari is recycling paper and getting
all the styrafoam products down to the minimum...(remember to try to bring
and use your own coffee mugs and plates\bowls in the cafeteria!)
Bob Frye has promised to have all the bins installed by tomorrow (thursday)
so watch for them!
Thank you
Concerned Atarians for a Better World
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From: GAWD::SHEPPERD 30-MAY-1990 20:50:45.96
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: More garbage for our mental landfill...
Just to throw more trash into the heap about recycling I thought I'd mention
that there was an archeologist on TV last week (I believe his name is Dr.
Rafferty) who has been studying our (USA citizens) refuse at dumps and
landfills all across the country for the past 15 years. His findings are
very interesting even though the sample size is limited.
He and his crews have been using the procedures adpoted and used by most modern
archeologists, so I don't have any reason to believe that he's lying about any
of this. I can't remember everything, but the high points are:
20 years ago (1970) 11% (by volume) of the country's trash was plastic
products (which I believe included styrofoam and stuff like that).
Today (1990) 12% (by volume) of the country's trash is plastic products.
Not the substantial difference that I've been led to believe
from other sources. He claims that even though we are tossing more
plastic stuff away, it takes up less space (i.e. it squashes down
to a very small volume).
This is not to say that throwing away plastic is a good thing nor that we
can continue to toss stuff as we are, only that if we stopped doing it all
together it wouldn't make as big a difference as we have been led to believe.
20 years ago about 17% of the country's trash was paper
products. Today 36% of our trash is paper products. This includes
all forms of magazines, junk mail, newspapers, napkins,
paper plates, etc. This one item (paper products) represents
the single largest component of our trash content. Everyone
thinks it is disposable diapers and plastic, but according to
his measurements, everyone is wrong.
If this is true, it appears evident to me that if we want to reduce the rate of
landfill expansion, we must cut back on the disposal of all forms of paper
products. If we didn't use paper we wouldn't have to throw it out and we'd
save some trees too. Although he didn't state exactly how much, he implied that
telephone books are a major contributor to this mess. (Personally, I think
newspapers would win the award hands down for being the greatest waste of
resources and the largest contributor to landfill expansion).
He also claims that there really is no such thing as "bio-degradable".
To demonstrate that idea he dug up from a landfill a copy of the San Jose
Mecury News looking like it had been rained on but otherwise in decent
shape only the date on which it was printed was sometime in 1963. He also
pulled out numerous supermarket coupons also dated in the 60's. The point
being that they might be biodegradable in a techincal sense, in a practical
sense they are not since it will certainly be hundreds and maybe even thousands
of years before all traces of this garbage is gone. Paper is not biodegradable.
He also pointed out that items that are supposed to be biodegradable are
actually comprised of components which will "degrade" at different rates. For
example,the components of some of the inks that are used in and on the so called
"biodegradable" products are toxic and as their "host" degrades these toxins are
released and will eventually end up in our ground water. It might be that these
things are better left right where they are. Can anybody be sure that whatever
they make their "biodegradable" junk out of is itself not toxic or will not
become toxic? Does anybody know if the components of the ink used in newsprint
is non-toxic under all circumstances?
P.S. Starting tomorrow, we'll be disconnecting all the printers, Xerox machines
and Fax machines.
P.P.S. Just kidding.
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From: CHARM::LOGG 31-MAY-1990 09:34:56.38
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: One more item on garbage - RECYCLE
For those of you who are not aware, I have been recycling cans, glass,
newspapers, and magazines for quite some time. I have boxes in my office
and lab for your use. There is no need to dump the weekly supply of magazines
in the can when you can place them in a box in my office. As long as the
volume is small I do not mind taking all the recycle to PCC or some other
organization. If someone wants the extra money and wants to take my cans
or whatever, please feel free AS LONG AS it is recycled.
It never ceases to amaze me how someone can walk by my office and
throw a can in the trash when there is recycle box next to the trash can.
Maybe, it was my upbringing, but it is really tragic to live outside Seattle,
where Seattle now has it's dump, and see the newspapers, etc pile up and
see the acres next to your property stripped of trees to be made into
paper products.
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From: MIKE::SMITH 31-MAY-1990 10:11:43.25
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: USA TODAY DOLLAR COIN SURVEY RESULTS
Does anyone in VAX Land know the results of the USA Today phone survey about
the DOLLAR COIN ?
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From: BERT::BENZLER "Linda Benzler, extension 3750" 31-MAY-1990 10:52:45.64
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BENZLER
Subj: FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO MIGHT ALSO BE INTERESTED
I wouldn't call the survey anything close to statistically significant,
but the phone in replies that were printed were about 66% against and
33% in favor of the dollar coin. They didn't report any complete tabulation
of the results, they just printed the actual verbatim replies from about
25 of the phone calls.
Consumer perception is that the coin is bulky and heavy, paper is much
easier to handle. There is also a lot of negative feeling about a dollar
coin due to the failure of the S.B.A. coin.
It is this negative consumer response that we (the coin-op industry) are
fighting and it is going to be an uphill battle. Write your congressman!!!
--Linda
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From: BERT::CAMERON "A Legend in her spare time" 31-MAY-1990 12:55:58.86
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Metro
Does anyone know what happened to the stack of Metro's that disappeared
this morning from the cafeteria?
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 31-MAY-1990 13:09:39.06
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj:
joan alpin called 5/31 11:00am 280-3789
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From: BERT::MEYETTE 31-MAY-1990 13:39:39.43
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: VENDOR LIST
To search the vendor data list that Erwin created just type:
SEA ATARI$AVL:VENDOR.LIS
Rick
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From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 31-MAY-1990 14:38:08.58
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: vendor list
To search the vendor list, define a word in your login.com like this:
VEND*OR :== SEARCH ATARI$AVL:VEND.DAT
This file is maintained as a Datatrieve domain which you can also use
for your searches, the domain is CDD$TOP.AVL.VEND
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 31-MAY-1990 14:39:11.35
To: MIKE::BELL
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: RE: vendor list
Thank you.
Jed
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From: BERT::LICHAC 31-MAY-1990 16:13:36.72
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: RECYCLING BEVERAGE CONTAINERS
I have the perfect solution to fixing one part of the
recycling issue...beverage containers.
1. The deposit on cans and bottles should be raised
from the low CA redemption value to maybe $.10. Now
the container has real value to most people, not just
some. I still bend over to pick up a dime but not a
penny.
2. The retailer that sells a certain brand of
beverage must also redeem those containers. So, now
when you walk into the store you will be carrying a
lighter bag than when you walked out. At this point
there is incentive to get your money back or trade
there again and not pay more deposit money.
3. The wholesaler or bottler that drives that very
heavy truck loaded with liquids from the factory can
now return, no longer empty, but doing something
useful. The same goes for the guy or gal wheeling
these cases in the store. Full cans in...empty ones
out. The bottler and retailer is to be responsible
for the recycle of the containers.
4. As I recall, this is the way that Oregon does it.
Containers are to be clean and not crushed. The
beverage trucks up there have a special bin area in
the back for transporting empties
5. By forcing bottlers and retailers to be part of
the solution there is a possibility of even having
reusable bottles in the system again.
6. After watching recycling efforts flounder for the
last 20 years, I think for the most part,
Californians don't really care. Voluntary efforts
work to a point, but major things will happen when
you squeeze someone's wallet. The bottling industry
is very powerful and has effectively blocked any real
advances in recycling containers in my opinion. In
the past Californians have voted down measures that
cause inconvenience or economic committment to
recycling.
7. Oops! I kinda drifted away from the plan and to
my attitude.....
8. So, when you review legislation at voting time,
look for the key notes!
1. Bottlers and retailers are bad guys when
it comes to accepting responsibility.
2. Californians respond when someone else has
their money (significant deposit). More
people will participate when it's two
bucks instead of .20.
3. Bottlers and cigarette companies are
brothers. Look for sneaky fronts like the
'citizens committee for choice' during
campaigns.
4. Voluntary good citizen recycling efforts
are only a start at solving the problem.
Besides, all those cans lying around just
remind you of the junk that you put
through your body!!!
From RADICAL MAN,
JERRRRRY
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From: GAWD::ALBAUGH "Dr. Bizarro" 1-JUN-1990 10:33:58.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: Just when you thought it was safe...
I have implemented a new set of coin routines, which has been
"alpha tested" on Hard Drivin and a few other games. Now the hard part-
making it the "official" set. If you don't give a rodent's posterior about
coin handling, stop now. Ok, for starters, here are the new options:
Free play (yes/no)
Discount for continue (yes/no)
Bonus Threshold (number of coins needed for bonus: 2-9)
Bonus Award (number of coins added each time threshold passed: 0-3)
Game cost (1-8 coins)
Right mech multiplier (aka value, 1-8)
Left mech multiplier (aka value, 1-8)
At present there are a few, uh, features that bear changing:
* The game program must "know" where the "discount" bit is stored
and deal with it.
* The old kluge of clearing bc and bccnt "at the right time" is
still needed.
* cn_credit still reports (credits * 12), although with game prices
as high as 8, The multiplier _should_ be 840. On the other hand,
the table of strings for normalized fractions would get out of
hand...
* MAXCOINS is still 30 (up from 25) which could be a problem for
operators using five-dollar-bill acceptors and wanting to give
a bonus for a five, but allowing a $.25 continue...
* The usual problems of the hardware guys braiding the coin inputs
and wanting software to unbraid them.
* The current (as I type) version apparently resets the options to
defaults if a coin comes in before the mainline sets coin_modes
to the value in the EEPROM. (Yes, I'll fix it, but it's part of
the problem with the first "feature" above, and I didn't see it
until I started composing this.)
* The current code (descended from System I) doesn't really deal
with compilers/machines that have non-atomic add-to-memory.
GreenHills (or Gnu CC) on a uni-processor 68k has no problem,
but ASAPs or multi-68k games may lose coins once in a blue moon.
* For reasons having to do with System I (again) the current code
declares its variables "extern" and lets "someone else" allocate
them. This is almost never needed and never a real good idea.
* I'm sure I missed some.
Anyway, I'd like to call a meeting of "Concerned Citizens" to
clean up this mess. Please let me know when you are available (presuming
you'd like to help out) Backward compatability to System I is not our
top priority, but experience has taught me not to make gratuitous changes.
Mike
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From: BERT::CAMERON "A Legend in her spare time" 1-JUN-1990 10:57:48.49
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: recycling recycled
I live in San Jose. San Jose has curb-side recycling.
Everyday I trek outside with my paper, aluminum, and glass separated.
Once a week I take the bins to the curb.
Once a week someone comes along and steals my aluminum.
Some of you would say that is okay, since the aluminum is getting
recycled anyway. But if it continues to happen, the City won't have
enough money to continue to send out the trucks, and they will probably
scrap the whole program.
But they do still pick up the glass!
Then I read in the Merc News that the glass recycling company for the city
took all the glass to the dump, because they couldn't find any buyers for
it.
Recycling has a poor chance of working unless there are big incentives (read
"pressure") on manufacturers and bottlers to buy used glass. It is probably
cheaper and easier for them to buy new glass.
And yes Jerry, I do remember always taking my old coke bottles to the store
when I was going to buy some more. The system seemed to work in those days.
Since recycling programs are now so poorly managed or utilized, it seems
like there is only one thing left to do: Take your bottles to the store and
stand there while the merchant refills them with whatever it was that you
wanted.
(Yuch! Bulk mayonaisse?)
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From: BERT::FRANZELLA "Yvette" 1-JUN-1990 11:45:20.73
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: message
Rhonda wants you call her. 6/1 11:15am.
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From: SANDY::MARGOLIN 1-JUN-1990 14:28:36.81
To: ALLEN
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj:
I received a message that you wanted me to call you. I did, at 1:09pm
and at 2:23 pm. You were not in. Suggest you use VAX Mail.
Regards,
Jed
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From: BERT::FUJIHARA 1-JUN-1990 14:45:55.10
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: FUJIHARA
Subj: COMPETITOR INFO
Here's the latest on new competitor products:
- Bally has a football version of ArchRivals called Pigskin which is
supposedly dropping quickly on test. It is in the June issue of
RePlay. Sounds like it has great potential, but the earnings info
is per several distributors and Frank C. in sales.
- Technos' Combatribe kit for 2-3 players is the current hot piece
selling for around $1200 net to distributors. It also is shown in
the June trade mags...looks very much like 3-player Double Dragon.
They are saying orders are between 3000-4000 so far.
- Taito is having a distributor meeting next week and is supposedly
showing a track-ball based HORSHOE game...don't know the name or
exact price but it is targeted as a low cost kit for bars.
Sounds familiar doesn't it?? We will report back to Shooz team
as more info comes in.
-- Mary
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From: BERT::CAMERON "A Legend in her spare time" 4-JUN-1990 08:37:31.12
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: okay, one more thing on recycling...
How about...... a ten cent deposit on pampers?
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From: BERT::CAMERON "A Legend in her spare time" 4-JUN-1990 08:57:01.24
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
By the powers vested to me by absolutely no one, I do officially and
irrevocably proclaim today:
BJORK DAY
In honor of her birthday.
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From: GAWD::ANTIGRAV 4-JUN-1990 09:09:29.17
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: EMERGENCY FUN CALL
:::::::::: GOLF TOURNAMENT ::::::::
Jose has phoned Pleasant Hills Golf Course and arranged for
a tournament of 30-40 players on Saturday, July 14th at 11:00. They
will only hold that time until THIS AFTERNOON! so we need to get a
confirmation from as many players as possible as quickly as possible.
PLEASE RESPOND BEFORE NOON or as soon as possible because Jose will go
down and submit a deposit on the course if there is sufficient interest.
The preliminary estimate on cost is about $20 a person... if we add extra
amenities (prizes, BBQ, etc...) we'll deal with that later.
BUT HURRY! Please reply to LIPSON or ANTIGRAV or X1970 or Jose...
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 4-JUN-1990 10:33:11.49
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Company Picnic
Tickets for the picnic go on sale today. You can purchase your tickets from
Human Resources.
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From: CHARM::LICHAC 4-JUN-1990 14:52:20.84
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: MORE RECYCLING
THE SOFT DRINK BEVERAGE COMPANIES GAVE THE KISS OF DEATH TO ANY HOPES OF
REUSABLE CONTAINERS WHEN THEY INTRODUCED THE 2 LITRE PLASTIC BOTTLES.
DON'T FORGET TO SCREW THE ALUMINUM CAP BACK ON BEFORE THROWING THEM IN THE
GARBAGE....... THE FANCY SHAPE ON THE BOTTOM IS DESIGNED NOT ONLY TO STAND
THE BOTTLE UP, BUT WITHSTAND THE CARBONIZATION PRESSURES INSIDE, THIS MAKES
THEM HARD TO CRUSH EVEN WITH THE CAP OFF. I NOW GET TO BUY MOTOR OIL IN THE
SIMULAR TYPE OF HARD TO DESTROY BOTTLES.
ATTITUDE
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From: CHARM::LOGG 4-JUN-1990 15:00:13.28
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Dave Theurer Memorial Refrigerator
Who put the beer in the refrigerator outside the Hydra Lab? Well
let me explain an interesting property of water. It expands when it enters
a frozen state. Let me further explain what happens to glass under pressure.
IT BREAKS CAUSING AN UGLY AND SMELLY MESS.
To the owner of the 5 six packs of beer, please clean up your mess.
To all users of this refrigerator, please clean out your belongings.
The refrigerator will go outside sometime tomorrow for defrosting/cleaning.
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From: GAWD::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 4-JUN-1990 21:03:05.47
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: More on the command POST
Last week, John Ray sent out a mass mailing about mass mailing.
The bottom line was that you could (and should) avoid interactive use of
MAIL if your usage wasn't really interactive. He suggested:
$ POST filename[.txt] @SYS$MAIL:JUNK "Subject"
...which will in fact work. But it requires a change in thinking; you must
remember the order, and the quotation marks around the subject are
required, unless you have a single word, all-capital subject. And quoting
things in commands is sometimes icky, too.
What John didn't know (cuz I didn't tell him) is that there was an
improvement to POST. The above still works. But whatever you don't
supply, you will be prompted for, as with most VAX commands. And, when you
answer a prompt, quotation marks aren't required.
So you can say something like:
$ POST filename (and then a CR; filename will default to .TXT)
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK (or whatever you want, including a list)
Subject: Anything you want to talk about, how you want it to look.
...Or, if you think this way,
$ POST filename @SYS$MAIL:MARKETING,@SYS$MAIL:TENGEN
Subject: Sample of mailing to more than one list at a time.
...Of course, you can do it the old way, which still works:
$ POST filename[.txt] @SYS$MAIL:JUNK "Subject"
As always, if it works, that's great, but if not, you're on your own.
sas
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From: KIM::BRAD "Brad Fuller x3788 - AUDIO GROUP" 5-JUN-1990 09:53:27.63
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: BRAD
Subj:
Still waiting for that MAKE to finish? Hardware down?
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If you would like to listen to the CD but just can't find the time during the
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homeward a limited number of cassettes will be available for overnight
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The SONIC STATION is located in the cubicle next to Brad Fuller's office.
Directions for use are located above the CD player.
* The Audio Group *
NOTE: The CD's and cassette's are personal property. NO CD is to be removed
from the player. All cassettes should be returned to the listening station by
the the next business day.
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From: GAWD::SALWITZ 5-JUN-1990 10:01:25.34
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Plastic Beverage Containers
In reference to the LICHAC memo concerning plastic beverage containers.
These containers ARE recyclable. I know that there is curbside
pickup of these containers in Fremont, Newark, Union City, Mountain View,
Palo Alto, San Jose and other places in the bay area. These containers
can also be sold at various centers.
As you know, the most effective way to cut down on waste, is to not
throw out. A good place to start is with the disposable coffee cups. Please,
please don't use them.. bring in your own mug. By using a coffee mug, you
will be helping to cut waste, and you may find your cup-o-joe tastes better.
If you need a mug, we can get you one.
thanks,
JFS
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From: CHARM::LICHAC 5-JUN-1990 13:40:01.46
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: RECYCLING
MY GUT FEELING IS THAT MOST PLASTIC CONTAINERS ARE NOT RECYCLED BY ANYONE
OTHER THAN MIDDLE CLASS SUBURBANITES. I JUST CAN'T PICTURE THE LARGE
METROPOLITAN AREAS,SUCH AS N.Y.C., ADMINISTERING SUCCESSFUL RECLAIMATION.
I HOPE I'M WRONG. IT ALSO SEEMS TO BE AN INEFFICIENT USE OF ENERGY TO
KEEP REMANUFACTURING THE SAME THING WHEN IT DOESN'T HAVE TO BE THAT WAY.
JOHN'S COMMENT ABOUT THE COFFEE CUP IS THE POINT I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO
MAKE, MAYBE NOT SUCCESSFULLY: MAKE THE BEVERAGE CONTAINER ONCE, WASH IT
AND USE IT AGAIN. IF THAT IS NOT GOING TO BE DONE, MAKE THE DEPOSIT
SYSTEM ECONOMICALLY MANDATORY SO THAT PEOPLE THAT ARE NOT CONCERNED
WITH THE ENVIRONMENT ARE FORCED TO PARTICIPATE. IF WE CAN'T MANAGE
THE RELATIVELY SIMPLE PROBLEMS, HOW CAN WE DEAL WITH NUCLEAR WASTE?
I DON'T BELIEVE THAT SUBSTITUTING PAPER PRODUCTS FOR PLASTICS IS
AN ACCEPTABLE SOLUTION.
MY NEXT OUTBURST WILL COVER THE WAY THE NAVY DOES IT........
CORRECTION: I HAVE NOT BEEN RADICAL ON ENVIRONMENTAL
ISSUES FOR YEARS NOW.
THESE COMMENTS ARE FLASHBACKS.
JERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRY
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From: GAWD::RUSTY 5-JUN-1990 15:00:14.37
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: RUSTY
Subj: Recyclables revisited (yet again)
Speaking of plastics recyling...
At the current time, it is actually easier to recycle SOME plastics
than it is to recycle glass (other than to re-use the glass containers).
However, the demand for both recycled glass and plastics is lagging
behind the various local and state programs around the country that are
rapidly coming into place which requires the return of glass and plastic
containers (and also paper products, for that matter). This appears to
be a transitionary problem however as the recycled products industry begins
to take shape. In just the last 3 months, the demand for recycled plastics
from the 2-litre beverage container has shot up dramitically. There is an
outfit in the southeast that uses the ground up plastic from these containers
to make RUGS. They use approx. 55 2-litre bottles per square yard of carpet
and they make carpet by the thousands of linear yards each day!
They did not have a reliable supply (hence their lack of interest in
using recycled products) until AFTER the state of New Jersey came down HARD
on all of its citizens to perform MANDATORY seperation of trash into all
products which are recyclable. (This was due to the fact there is only a
single landfill site left in the entire state!) They even have garbage cops
which inspect curbside trash to make sure there is nothing there that should
be in the recycled bins. Fines up to $5000 have been levied against repeat
offenders (usually landlords which have a tough time getting all their
tennents to cooperate)!
Anyway, the point of all this is that the creation of an entire
infrastructure to handle recycled products does not happen overnight, and
there will be cases such as the one that happened locally where tons of
glass had to be taken to the landfill instead of recycled. BUT, the
facilities to use these products ARE beginning to pop up (especially in the
area of recycled paper products which has been around for a long time, but
has not been able to keep pace with the recent increase in the growth of
recycled product).
SO... Whatever form of recycling you use, do it! At the very least,
you are developing habits which are a positive step toward keeping garbage
out of landfills and sooner or later (hopefully sooner), ALL of the stuff
we put out for recycling will actually help reduce the demand for those same
raw materials!
Enough soapbox...
Rusty
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From: GAWD::SHOOZ 5-JUN-1990 15:37:26.14
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: New Game to Play
::::::::: SHOOZ! the VIDEO GAME ::::::::
Now in the common area! Play the World's Finest Horseshoe Game of Distinction!
(and tell us about any bugs too...)
we're going out on test so thanks for your help.
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From: BERT::CAMERON "A Legend in her spare time" 5-JUN-1990 15:37:59.12
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Just trying to put out more messages than Jerry on this subject.
I see the problem is that there are just too many people using too much
stuff. We should reduce the need for recycling by reducing the amount of
useless packaging. People buy all this pre-packaged stuff in the first place
because they are lazy or don't have time............ and then we expect them
to take all this extra time to recycle the package they bought to save time.
People buy prepared beverages because the don't take the time or effort to
make their own. (Remember Ice Tea and Lemonade?) We never used to be able to
buy individually wrapped ultra-pasteurized cheese food and squeezable
ketchup. Have you noticed that all this overly-packaged food is all stuff
that isn't healthy for us to eat or drink anyway?
So maybe the answer isn't to make recycling easy. Maybe it should be
absolutely mandatory and incredibly cumbersome .........so then people will
stop buying all this packaged stuff to begin with.
Then we can put all our out-of-work citizens to work washing bottles
and returning them to the mayonaisse manufacturer.(....but then that will
use a lot of water, oops, next problem....)
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From: CHARM::LOGG 5-JUN-1990 16:45:57.47
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: OSM changes
To OSM users:
There is a new version which has a few cosmetic changes. The only
noticable change is the lack of messages like "n lines delted in ...". If
you wish to enable these use -d2 (debug level 2 = information). -d0 is the
paramter to use if you only want errors. -d1 gives warnings and errors.
Ed Logg
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From: KIM::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 6-JUN-1990 06:05:36.35
To: @sys$mail:engineer
CC:
Subj: REMINDER:
Are you _STILL_ waiting for that MAKE to finish?
Well then, expand your musical awareness and experience the pleasure of
exploring new horizons with SONIC STATION (tm).
* The Audio Group *
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From: KIM::MILTY 6-JUN-1990 09:41:03.16
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: golf stuff
san jose muni is having their annual "tent"sale...25%-50% off most stuff
some duffers are going a lunch time...reply here if you're interested.
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 6-JUN-1990 10:01:32.53
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: FOR SALE
YVETTE HAS A BEAUTIFUL COUCH THAT SHE PAID 1,200.00 DOLLARS FOR, SHE'S MOVING
REAL SOON AND NEEDS TO SELL IT. SHE'S ASKING $500.00 OR BEST OFFER. IT'S VERY
COMFORTABLE, DONE IN SOUTH WESTERN COLORS, WITH THROW PILLOWS. IF YOUR
INTERESTED CALL HER AT X3754.
THANKS STEPH
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 6-JUN-1990 10:17:44.63
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: COUCH
I FORGOT TO MENTION THE FACT THAT IT'S ONLY 3 MONTHS OLD!!!
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From: KIM::BRAD "Brad Fuller x3788 - AUDIO GROUP" 6-JUN-1990 10:25:46.33
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: BRAD
Subj:
FREE Single and Double sided 5 1/4" disks
Available at the SONIC STATION
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 6-JUN-1990 10:28:21.42
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: two items for today
a) How to solve part of Tengen's trouble:
Compile a list of all of the Toys R Us stores in the country and
each of us while we have a free moment at our desk during the day or
evening can call a few stores and ask "Do you have Gauntlet?"; "Do you carry
RBI Baseball?"; etc. Ask all your friends and relatives to go to the store
with sad-eyed little kids and ask for Tengen titles. Inundate all the stores
that don't carry Tengen. It might work.
b) Tonight: If you liked "The Big Chill", watch the movie that they ripped
off - "The Return of the Secaucus Seven" tonight on 36 at 8 pm. This was John
Sayles first big movie.
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From: KIM::BRAD "Brad Fuller x3788 - AUDIO GROUP" 6-JUN-1990 11:02:59.12
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj:
Does anybody have a copy of MS-DOS 4.01?
If so, please reply
- brad -
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From: ERNIE::RAY 6-JUN-1990 17:27:05.35
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: RAY
Subj: SMASH TV @ Milpitas Golfland
I forgot to give you my weekly Milpitas Golfland report on
Monday!!
They have the new Williams game SMASH TV. It is a two player
game with ROBOTRON controls. I didn't get very far, but the
idea was to kill the hordes of bad guys that come into the room
you are in through doors at the edge of the screen.
It didn't seem to be attracting much attention (although the
arcade was pretty quiet).
John
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 7-JUN-1990 08:45:13.40
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: movie
Tonight, "House of Games", channel 2
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From: KIM::BRAD "Brad Fuller x3788 - AUDIO GROUP" 7-JUN-1990 09:38:40.99
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: MORE FREE 5/14" single sided and double sided floppies
Located at the SONIC STATION
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From: KIM::PLOTKIN 7-JUN-1990 11:01:10.68
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: car talk
I need to have the wheels on my car balanced for high-speed driving,i.e.,
freeway driving. To my knowledge this is a little more involved than
just regular ol' wheel balancing. can anyone out there recommend
a place
in Milipitas (or even the immediate environs) for such a service?
Thanks,
Sharon
#3783
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From: BERT::SHOOZ 7-JUN-1990 12:28:03.58
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Color Animation
We have created what I believe to be a fairly useful general utility to do
color animation (flashing & rotate) in a very painless yet speedy fashion.
If you are interested, the set of routines you need will allow to start an
individual color flashing in any palette, or a contiguous group of colors
rotating in any palette. The rate of update and, for rotates, the direction
of rotation can be set at initialization. Multiple animations can be going on
in the same or different palettes. The rotuine to be called during VBLANK is
written in assembly and optimized for speed. Starting an animation requires
only one C level function call. Individual animations can be killed by a
C level call, or all current animations can be killed by one call. All
necessary initialization routines have been provided.
The flashing routines are set up for IRGB where:
I is bit 15 of the color word
R is bits 14-10 of the color word
G is bits 9-5 of the color word
B is bits 4-0 of the color word
This code is easily modified for other color configurations.
The code assumes that each entry in any palette is one word (16 bits). It
should work for any size palette with slight modification, but it has only
been tested on 16 color palettes.
The C rotuines need to have typdefs for U8 ... S32, as well as approriate
hardware locations.
The asm code needs to have the definitions for SWITCH1 and SLFTST.
You need the following three files, all which are in ee$ useridsk:[shooz]
canim.c
structs.h
canimasm.asm
Good Luck,
- Ed -
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From: BERT::WOOD 7-JUN-1990 16:29:56.38
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Atari Games Repurchases Stock of Major Shareholder
I am pleased to announce the signing of a definitive agreement
by Atari Games to repurchase 100% of the Atari Games stock now
owned by Namco. As a result of this transaction, Namco will
also receive Atari Operations Inc. after paying additional cash
and other consideration to Atari Games. Atari Operations Inc.
operates more than 40 video game arcades in the Western and
Southeastern United States.
Once completed, the transaction leaves Time Warner Inc. as
the only major outstanding shareholder of Atari Games. The
sale of Atari Operations will not have any impact on personnel
at Atari Games or Tengen Inc. This transaction is subject to
the approval of both companies' boards of directors. Such
approval is expected shortly.
I'm telling you this now but please keep this information
Company Confidential until a formal press release has been
issued by both companies. This formal press release is
expected at the end of next week.
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From: KIM::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 8-JUN-1990 06:05:59.33
To: @sys$mail:engineer
CC:
Subj: Don't Forget!
Increase your productivity and reduce stress by experiencing our
SONIC STATION
STAtion..
station....
* The Audio Group *
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From: KIM::DURFEY 8-JUN-1990 10:01:30.20
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Son of RUBBER
Where does all the rubber go???
You know ... when after about 40 thousand miles you go down to the donut store
(tires) and have a brand new set of radials stretched around your rims.
I'm not talking about the used carcasses which we all know about, but, where
does all the rubber go that used to make up the tread on your tires. Yes of
course, it wears off, but where does it go? You don't see Cal Trans shoveling
the rubber dust off of the shoulders do you? Does it go into the pavement??
I don't think so. Does it go into the air we breathe? I'm sure that
Goodyear Tire and Rubber would like to elaberate on this.
More to think on.
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From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 8-JUN-1990 10:32:11.86
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: PET NOISE POLUTION
What do you do with the neighbors crazy/horny cats
at 3am if you don't have a 12gauge shot gun around to
quiet them down with?
Besides, hocome the neighbors pets always bring
their problems to your yard rather than resolving their
petty differences on their OWN HOME TURF ??
Does anyone have a 12gauge or a pellet gun with
enough kick to sterilize cats ???
If so, can I borrow it for a couple of nights ????
Farrokh
PS. All you animal rights activists, please refrain
from responding to this message.
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From: ERNIE::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 8-JUN-1990 11:25:43.96
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: Canine discrimination (or "Why are they called man's best friend?")
I have one for the animal activists. I can relate to Farrokh's
problem...my solution is to throw a tennis ball at them (I'm not a very
good shot, but they don't seem to like the general idea, and move along
to Farrokh's neighborhood). It's amazing how rutting cats sound like a
lost two-year old child bawling its head off.
Anyways, I am a confirmed cat hater. Kittens are fun, but then
they turn into cats. My neighborhood is overrun by cats, which doesn't
help my attitude any. Here is my question: How come I have to keep my
dog penned up, and can only walk him on a leash, not only near my house
but also almost any publicly accessible area, when cats can go anywhere
they please, not excluding my front yard or roof or garbage cans, which
they seem to prefer empty? When is the last time you saw a cat and its
owner in the same place? Does anyone know what a cat leash looks like?
Aren't you glad that cats and dogs aren't people? Just what do
you figure would happen to the civil rights movement if some races were
forced to stay inside or be leashed, while others could wander about as
they wanted, doing whatever damage they pleased? Just a little more of
that "food for thought"...
sas
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From: GAWD::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 8-JUN-1990 11:31:26.90
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BIKE
Subj: Laws preotecting cats
Farrok,
Shooting your neighbors pets is completely illegal and you can
go to prison for it. There was a case recently about one of the
Cosentino grocer's sons who was arrested for shooting cats.
What you should do is trap the cats and take them to the humane
society. They rent traps. The number is 727-3383.
Bonnie
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From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 8-JUN-1990 12:49:48.78
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: The final chapter
I'm amazed at the number of people who took
my first message seriously. Ya I'm sure!!
I used to have a cat myself at one time you
know. I loved that thing dearly and then One
day it disappeared. I wonder of someone shot
it.
Anyways, alot of people have warned me of
the leagal consequenses of shooting cats and
killing them. I suppose it'ld be ok to shoot
them as long as I don't kill'em. Who wants
to have to clean up after dead cats anyway.
So you don't have to worry I won't kill'em.
Someone suggested that I chase them away
with water hose, but that would upset the
water coservationalists, and don't we have
alot of them around here! But that's another
can of worms I don't want to open. Actually
I find it rather inconvenient to have to
get up in the middle of the night and drag
out the water hose to spray the annoying cats.
That doesen't work that well anyway because
I'm liable to get myself all wet in the process
and not be able to back to sleep afterwards.
I liked Steve's way of dealing with the
problem the best. At least he's the one guye
who understands me on this one and can see it
humorously.
I'm closing this one with a last request to
all of you who have a cat and I don't want to
see this thing develope into some junkmail show
down (like the enviornmental thing).
So as a final note; IF YOU OWN A LOVELY CAT,
PLEASE KEEP IT CONFINED TO YOUR OWN HOME. GET IT
SPAYED AND IF YOU'RE FINDING ITDIFFICULT TO COPE
WITH DON'T JUST OPEN THE DOOR AND LET IT OUT TO
TEAR OUT YOUR NEIGHBORS YARD. IT'S NOT THEIR
FAULT THAT YOU CAN'T DESCIPLINE YOUR ANIMAL.
Farrokh
PS. You're not automatically assumed to be an
irresponsible pet owner, so don't take any of
this personal unless if you're guilty of the
above.
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From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 8-JUN-1990 13:47:00.80
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Los Gatos
Does any one out there know of a way to silence a bunch of ruthless
Mocking birds that stay up all night chirpping away just to keep me up at night.
I thought of training my cats to chase them away, but they are too busy
running from the neighbors shot-guns in the evening, so their schedule is full.
Somebody mentioned trying to squirt them with a water hose, but my neighbors
probably wouldnt like me showering a full stream of water against their bedroom
window at 3 A.M. Of coarse they wont be there because they will be in the
garage loading up their shot guns. Maybe we could construct pellet-gun pellets
out of styrofoam thats recyclable.
Also, does anyone know how I can keep those word-of-the-day people
from knocking at my door at 8:30 on Sunday. I tried chasing them away with
my shotgun but they just make sounds of horniness and keep coming back. Someone
mentioned that I could probably try the water hose on them, but if I do this,
I will get all wet and wont be able to get back to sleep at 8:30 Sunday morning
and end up having to watch re-runs of Vic Coburn, the faith healing wonder.
But I must say that I am NOT a cat hater. Some cats are jerks just
like some people are jerks. But I would like to think that my kitties are safe
in my neighborhood rather than have to worry about what the neighbors might
do to them. Its bad enough you have to worry weather they are going to get
run over by some doehead that insists on driving 65 in a 25. Or that they might
just run away and not leave a note. Or that they might accidentally climb into
somebodys car and accidentally get driven to Gilroy. Now I can better know all
my neighbors for I will have to keep tabs on who in the neighborhood has
insomnia this week.
Or were you all just kidding?
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From: KIM::RAY 8-JUN-1990 18:24:41.69
To: MCCARTHY,HUBBERSTEY,LEE,MARGOLIN,MEYETTE,BELL,SMITH
CC: TAKAICHI,DOWNEND,MONCRIEF,MOORE,RAY
Subj: DFM Data Base meeting -- Wed. June 13 -- 2:00 -- Central Conf. Room
The DFM (Design For Manufacture) project has been broken down
into sub-committees. I have volunteered to be chairman of the
sub-committee on data bases.
The main emphasis of this particular project is to make the
data bases (MANMAN and AVL) more useful and accessible to the
design engineers. This includes adding fields to the data
bases. For example:
Preferred Part
EEM (or other standard) commodity code
Location of reference data sheets
It also includes designing a screen layout that is useful to
the design engineer so that he can see in one place all of
the relevant information that is important to his selection
of parts.
It also includes any other areas we agree need improvement.
Please bring your open minds and your ideas to this meeting.
Thanks!!
John
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From: ERNIE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 11-JUN-1990 11:09:16.77
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Wheres the Basket?
Will whoever 'borrowed' the output basket (box) from the CAD$PRINT printer
please return it...
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From: ERNIE::EYLER 11-JUN-1990 15:10:15.78
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Birth!
There's a new Moser! Born June 9, Saturday Morning at 5:34am.
Her name is Anne Elizabeth Downing. She weighs 7 Lbs. 1 oz.
and sheho
hospitin the hospital a couple more days. I hear she's cute & has
reddish blonde hair.
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From: CHARM::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 11-JUN-1990 17:44:53.20
To: @sys$mail:engineer
CC:
Subj: REMINDER:
Increase your productivity and reduce stress by experiencing our
SONIC STATION
STAtion..
station....
* The Audio Group *
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From: KIM::PAUL 12-JUN-1990 09:20:34.96
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: For Sale
**** HOME WANTED FOR ELDERLY TURNTABLE ***
Pioneer PL-117D
Belt-driven, fully automatic
Price: $10 or B.O.
Before I send this 12 year old friend out to pasture (Goodwill?
Alviso?), I thought I'd check to see if anyone out in VAXland has any interest
in taking it in. Its gotten a little crotchety in its old age and won't
turn off when you ask it to do so. Some adjustment also need to be done with
the automatic play. Not worth spending $60 - $100 per hour to get it repaired.
But if you have any mechanical skills, it could be worth your while. It also
needs a new stylus.
Get it while you can, before these things go the way of the hoola-
hoop.
John (x3782)
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From: KIM::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 12-JUN-1990 15:56:58.83
To: MARGOLIN
CC: BIKE
Subj: Object ROM
On my curent setup there's 256K of object ROM. Is that expandable? Is so
is it difficult?
Bonnie
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From: KIM::DIEKNEITE "Music is the Best" 12-JUN-1990 16:40:19.11
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: DIEKNEITE
Subj: New Music
Don't forget that every week, the music changes at the SONIC STATION.
COME FEAST YOUR EARS.
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From: CHARM::DRIVER 12-JUN-1990 18:14:58.57
To: MARGOLIN,BEHENSKY
CC:
Subj: CAR NAMES
From: BERT::BENZLER "Linda Benzler, extension 3750" 12-JUN-1990 16:14:53.40
To: MONCRIEF,DRIVER,MOORE
CC: BENZLER
Subj: AUTO LICENSING
According to Becky, we could sign a contract with GM to use any of their
car names (including Corvette, Trans Am, others) IF we pay them a fee, and
IF we use excusively GM cars on the game (that means no Ferarri I guess).
Another possiblity is that Peageot (sp?) sounds like they would be willing
to let us use their name for FREE. But that may not be terribly appealing
to our target market.
Anyway, GM will be sending contracts/releases, etc., as well as a complete
list of all of their car model names to choose from.
Personally, I'd rather stick to GM as long as the price is not astronomical.
--Linda
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From: ERNIE::NATALIE 13-JUN-1990 09:48:11.18
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Free Lunch
Hey Kids!
I'm looking for feedback on simple games to put in a bartop "game-pack".
I'll have several stations set up so you can come and try them out, then
tell me what you think.
So come and play some games during lunch!
When: Tuesday, June 19, NOON
Where: Central Conference Room
Lunch will be provided. RSVP to this address so I can order
enough food. Include food preferences if you like. I'll do
what I can to keep everyone happy, but no guarantees.
Thanks,
Natalie
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From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 13-JUN-1990 11:23:10.08
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Comb
If you have lost your comb, I found one right outside the Central
Conference room door. I have it at my desk if you want to claim it.
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From: GAWD::LIPSON 13-JUN-1990 13:31:38.82
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: play me
::::::::::::: PLAY GUMBALL RALLY! ::::::::
We've put GUMBALL RALLY in the common area again!!
This is the released version, so in theory has no bugs...
it's available for you and even more importantly, for any kids
you would like to entertain now that it's summer vacation.
If you see any bugs/lockups/stuck cars, please respond at this address....
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From: KIM::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 13-JUN-1990 15:04:51.35
To: @sys$mail:engineer
CC:
Subj: REMINDER:
Are you _STILL_ waiting for that MAKE to finish?
Well then, expand your musical awareness and experience the pleasure of
exploring new horizons with SONIC STATION (tm).
* The Audio Group *
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From: KIM::BRAD "Brad Fuller x3788 - AUDIO GROUP" 13-JUN-1990 21:59:02.19
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BRAD
Subj: It's About Time!
P I T C H S E S S I O N # 2
Will be held on July 25th at 2pm in the Central Conference Room.
Yes it IS about time to have your chance once again to present your game
idea to project teams in what we call a 'PITCH SESSION'. Here's your chance to
let others hear about that great game idea you had at the last brainstorming
session. (AND, just for doing the pitch, your team will receive an incentive of
$100!)
CAN YOU AFFORD TO PASS UP THIS OPPORTUNITITY?
Of course not! Get your buddies together and stop by Lois Turner's
office for your free Pitch Session Packet. It will outline what a Pitch Session
is and show you how to present your idea. You must also contact Mary Fujihara
to have a Product Champion appointed to your group. And, if you require
animation support please see Sam Comstock.
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 14-JUN-1990 10:29:09.10
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: James dean
James Dean only made three movies, two fo which will be on the tube this
week. Tonight, it's "Rebel Without a Cause", his first movie. Tomorrow,
my personal favorite, "East Of Eden" will be on. We all remember the story
from ninth grade Lit class. of course. In both movies, James Dean plays the
troubled-but-good-teenager-that-no one-understands that actors and directors
have been trying to copy ever since. Both movies will be in the channel 44
8pm movie time slot. Watch and enjoy.
p.s. I never get tired of watching East of Eden...truly great stuff..
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 14-JUN-1990 13:24:32.29
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: GAME ROOM
IT SEEMS THERE ARE PEOPLE FROM OTHER COMPANYS AROUND US WHO HAVE BEEN
MISINFORMED ABOUT THE USE OF OUR GAME ROOM. LATELY I HAVE HAD TO ASK NUMEROUS
AMOUNTS OF PEOPLE WHO DON'T BELONG HERE TO LEAVE THE GAME ROOM, THERE RESPONSE
TO ME IS THAT THEY'VE BEEN TOLD BY THERE FRIENDS THAT THEY CAN USE OUR GAME
ROOM. SO I'VE POSTED A BIG NOTE ON WHITE PAPER, ABOVE THE NOTE THAT HAS BEEN
THERE FOR YEARS SAYING THE SAME THING. IF YOU HAVE PEOPLE VISITING YOU AND YOU
SEND THEM TO THE GAME ROOM WITH NO ESCORT, PLEASE INFORM ME FIRST IF YOU DON'T
WANT THEM TO GET THE THIRD DEGREE FROM ME. (ESPECIALLY IF YOU WORK IN THE 735
BUILDING)
THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION,
STEPHANIE (RECEPTIONIST)
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 14-JUN-1990 13:51:32.64
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: beach
And what about all the people coming over to enjoy our beach, volleyball,
umbrellas, showers, and toilet paper. They are coming by the carloads in
their jams and ray bans. We aren't providing sunscreen for all these
people, are we?
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From: KIM::RAY 14-JUN-1990 18:12:39.26
To: MCCARTHY,HUBBERSTEY,LEE,MARGOLIN,MONCRIEF,MEYETTE,BELL,SMITH,JACKSON,JANG
CC: TAKAICHI,DOWNEND,MOORE,RAY
Subj: DFM Database -- 1st meeting summary
DFM -- DATABASE SUB-COMMITTEE
Summary of First Meeting -- 6/13/90
J. Ray 6/14/90
Attendees: Jed Margolin, Rick Moncrief, Tim Hubberstey, Sam
Lee, Pat McCarthy, Jeff Bell, Mike Jang, Art Jackson,
Tom Smith, John Ray
Preferred Parts List (PPL)
We agreed that a PPL is important and that we want to do
it. It will be an additional data base that is just a
list of part numbers that are preferred. Designers
should use parts from this list when reasonable, but
they may use parts from the "Active" parts list without
any special approval process.
We discussed methods for getting parts on to and off of
the PPL. Rick Meyette and the Components Engineer will
be involved in further discussions on this topic. The
ideas that were suggested are:
The initial PPL:
We will generate a list of parts called out on
games in production during the last year. Parts on
this list will be crossed out by a group of
interested people (designers, component engineers),
based upon standardizing on RAM speeds, etc. The
remaining list will become the PPL.
Adding/deleting parts to/from PPL:
Approximately once per quarter, the interested
group will get together to discuss additions and
deletions. The candidates for addition are new
parts during the last quarter and any other parts
the interested persons would like considered.
The candidates for deletion are any parts not used
in production during the past year and any other
parts the interested persons would like considered.
This procedure should be finalized by July 13. The
initial list of parts should be generated and reviewed
by July 27. The PPL should be implemented by August 17.
Designer's Tools
There are two phases of design that need to be
addressed. The first phase is in searching through the
data base to see what the possible parts are, and
tagging those that should be considered in the second
phase. For this first phase, we discussed the "Generic"
field vs. the "Description" field. We felt that if we
could make the Description field consistent and
complete, we would not need the Generic field. Tom
Smith proposed that we look at the IEEE standard for
descriptions.
Assuming Component Engineering agrees with this
decision, I would like to task them to come up with a
standard for descriptions by August 10. (Ideally, it
would be an industry standard that is already well-
documented and de-bugged.) This standard should be
approved by this committee by August 17. All new parts
will be assigned descriptions according to the standard.
Preferred parts should have the new descriptions (where
required) by October 1. The remaining parts should
receive new descriptions on an ongoing basis until
completed.
The second phase of design that needs to be addressed is
in viewing pertinent information about those parts
selected in the first phase.
There is a great deal of information useful to the
designers in the AVL and MANMAN. We discussed ways to
make this more accessible. Pat McCarthy will put
together a list of what is available vs. what is
desired. The interested parties will meet and finalize
what should be done. Some of the possibilities are:
Write a special program for the designers that
quickly displays the info. they need.
Document the programs that are available so that
more people can use them.
Pull a subset of the database in to a text file
(weekly) that can be searched more quickly than the
data base.
Pat should have his first pass list of available
programs and desired features by July 9. He should get
together with the interested parties and come up with
the desired programs by July 16. Depending on the
complexity, the programs could be ready by the end of
August. Additional changes may be requested after using
the new programs.
Pat and Mike Jang should work together to determine what
changes might be necessary to make the programs more
useful to the Design Services groups.
MANMAN Engineering
With a smaller group (Smith, Jackson, McCarthy, Ray), we
discussed the advantages MANMAN Engineering would
provide. The advantages are significant, and Tom Smith
will document (as he has time) the specific advantages
that would be beneficial to Atari. The cost is $12,000,
which seemed to some to be a far better benefit/cost
than the nifty new paper shredder.
Please let me know if you feel any dates are unreasonable or
have any corrections or additions to this summary.
Thanks!!
John
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 15-JUN-1990 08:02:54.44
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: vcr alert
If you are going to tape East of Eden tonight, it is going to run
two and one half hours long.
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From: ERNIE::MOTT 15-JUN-1990 13:10:48.35
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: New Hard Drivin'--COME PLAY!!
A new version of Hard Drivin' is now in the Engineering common
area. It has a new concept in "lap" car on the autocross track. So
come by and give it a try!!!!
(Let us know of any problems, too!!--And thanks for all of
your previous comments.)
Thanks,
Applied Research (Hard Drivin' Team)
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From: KIM::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 15-JUN-1990 15:04:39.82
To: @sys$mail:engineer
CC:
Subj: Don't Forget!
Increase your productivity and reduce stress by experiencing our
SONIC STATION
STAtion..
station....
* The Audio Group *
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From: CHARM::BLOOD 15-JUN-1990 15:41:52.37
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Pit Fighter! In the Common Area!
Got the Friday, not-quite-done-with-work-for-the-week blahs?
Wouldn't it help to beat various oddball tough guys into so many
bloody pulps?
Sure it would! You KNOW that's what you need! You know that's what
the Pit-Fighter team (which is still hoping to go out on field test today)
needs!! Please come beat up our bad guys! Now!
(In the unlikely event you find bugs, let us know...)
Pit Crew
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From: GAWD::RAY 18-JUN-1990 11:55:02.14
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: RAY
Subj: RAY SHERMAN -- New Employee -- Sr. Component Engineer
I am pleased to announce that RAY SHERMAN has joined Atari as
Senior Component Engineer, reporting to Rick Meyette. Ray
will be at work today through June 21, then on LOA (pre-
planned vacation) until July 9.
For those of you who have not met Ray, please feel free to
stop by the Component Engineering offices to introduce
yourself.
John
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From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 18-JUN-1990 13:06:38.43
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: red hand truck
Will the person who has OMEGA labs red hand truck
please return it. We can't move BLOOD SPORT to it's
new location untill you return the hand truck to
OMEGA labs.
Farrokh
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From: KIM::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 18-JUN-1990 15:04:14.65
To: @sys$mail:engineer
CC:
Subj: REMINDER:
Increase your productivity and reduce stress by experiencing our
SONIC STATION
STAtion..
station....
* The Audio Group *
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From: ERNIE::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 18-JUN-1990 16:13:41.11
To: @SM:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Our local recycling effort -- even easier
It's come to my attention that a number of people would or do recycle by way
of making piles of cans and/or bottles in their labs, offices, cubes etc.
If you would like your personal stash periodically collected for you, drop
me a mail message, and I'll come around (probably after-hours) and collect them
for our local recycling effort. Alternatively, drop them in those cleverly
disguised blue bins marked "GLASS" and "CANS" scattered about the building.
You've probably missed them in the lunchroom. From the perennially empty state
of the bins there, I figure no one can see them. They're there, just a few
dozen feet from the regular trash cans ... just waiting for you to fill
them up. You know they want it.
-- jim
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 19-JUN-1990 10:53:26.43
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: TRAYS
PLEASE RETURN ANY TRAYS TO THE CAFETERIA THAT YOU MAY SEE LYING AROUND.
THANKS SOPHIE
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From: BERT::FUJIHARA 20-JUN-1990 10:00:43.00
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: FUJIHARA
Subj: SEGA TEST GAME
Sega is testing a coin-op version of their MOONWALKER game at Milpitas
Golfland. Apparently, they hyped this game quite a bit at the CES for
their home system, but now they may be considering it also for coin-op.
It is a fighting type game (3 player) featuring Michael J. and has
a special "Dance" button which acts like a super power move...when
used, Michael breaks into a dance routine and his enemies join in and
get wiped out.
Per David at AOI, he likes the game despite how corny it is. Income
is supposedly pretty good.
I would be interested to hear feedback from anyone who does go by to
take a look.
Mary
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From: GAWD::RAY 20-JUN-1990 10:10:04.96
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: RAY
Subj: Milpitas Golfland -- New Games
Milpitas Golfland has the following new games (as of last
night):
Sega -- Michael Jackson's Moonwalker -- 3 players = 3 Michaels
Good music (if you like MJ), TMNT point of view
Data East -- Gate of Doom -- fighting, medieval theme
Williams -- Smash TV
Romstar -- Snow Bros.
Sega -- Columns
Mercs, Combatribe
KLAX
John
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From: BERT::GRAHAM 20-JUN-1990 10:20:20.95
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: CAR FOR SALE
A friend of Jack Aknin's has a 1983 Dodge Aries for sale.
Automatic, 4 door, AM/FM, new front tires, 99K miles.
Great running car! The owner is moving to Europe so he must sell.
$1200 or best offer (blue book is $1800)
If you're interested call Jack at 3743.
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From: ERNIE::RUSTY 20-JUN-1990 14:34:47.14
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: RUSTY
Subj: Wagner's Ring Cycle on PBS
Is anyone else out there recording Wagner's Ring Cycle being shown
on PBS this week? I lost about 15 minutes during last night "Die Walkure"
portion and would like to borrow a tape from anyone who recorded it in
order to dub in the missing 15 minutes.
Thanks,
Rusty
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 21-JUN-1990 09:23:01.96
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: T-SHIRTS
IF YOU'VE ALREADY PURCHASED YOUR TICKITS BUT HAVE NOT YET RECEIVED YOUR T-
SHIRTS, PLEASE PICK THEM UP FROM ME AT THE MAIN LOBBY.
THANKS STEPH
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From: KIM::BRAD "It is clear that the first rule for a composer is to be dead" 21-JUN-1990 10:15:02.33
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: FREE: Little Smalltalk for UNIX
On both a TAR tape and a VMS tape. Documentation comes with it.
- brad -
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 21-JUN-1990 13:50:10.54
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: BADGES
IF YOU HAVE ANY VISITOR BADGES PLEASE RETURN THEM TO ME, I'M DOWN TO FOUR
AGAIN!! THANKS STEPH
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::WALLERS 22-JUN-1990 06:57:39.49
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: VACATION
TO EVERYONE I WILL BE ON VACATION TILL 9 JULY 90 IF YOU NEED SOME THING DONE
AND HAVE A NICE 4th.
Kurt Wallers
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 22-JUN-1990 08:36:10.92
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Maps
If you need a map to Marine World, you can pick them up at my desk. Just help
yourself.
Thanks, Steph
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From: GAWD::SALWITZ 25-JUN-1990 09:18:53.35
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: LOST CAMERA
My wife left her camera on one of the benches in the Ski Point
picnic area on Saturday, during the company outing.
We figure it was on the bench for about 20 minutes, when she
remembered it was left there.
I can't remember the make, but it was one of those "do-it-all"
cameras with a square, black carrying case.
thanks,
JFS
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From: ERNIE::RAY 25-JUN-1990 11:08:51.97
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,HINDORFF,STEWART,SMITH,BRYANT,BRESHEARS,FREITAS
CC: RAY
Subj: Walkabout Friday -- 6/29/90 -- 3:30-5:00
Walkabout Friday is this Friday!! Munchies will be provided
by those death-defying characters from the NES SKULL &
CROSSBONES lab. So come by the labs, play the games, and
give your feedback (positive and negative).
FRIDAY, June 29, 1990
3:30-5:00 P.M.
ALPHA, NU, & OMEGA LABS
John
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 25-JUN-1990 13:27:08.47
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: EARTHQUAKE
I'M SENDING THIS MESSAGE OUT FOR SOPHIE AND AL.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP THE VICTIMS OF THE EARTHQUAKE IN IRAN PLEASE CONTACT
AL OR SOPHIE. THEY NEED 1.MEDICAL SUPPLIES
2.DRY FOOD
3.CANNED FOOD
4.TENTS
5.BLANKETS AND MEDICINE
THANKS SOPHIE
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::PIERCE 25-JUN-1990 14:18:20.86
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: PIERCE
Subj: Linking games.
Hello
For our next game we were planning on creating a game
which have the ability to be able to be "Linked" with another
"Link-able" game unit. As we started investigating our communication
software and hardware options we found others here at Atari were
planning on making their games "Link-able" or "Linking Freindly".
We also found that most of these people were not necessarily coming
up with the same answers. So..
There will be a "Linkable Games Conference"
Tuesday June 26th
in the
Central Conference Room.
@ 2:00 pm
The purpose is for everyone who is doing a game that communicates with
other units or has ideas/experience about ways we might all proceed to
get together and come up with solutions to this. Why heck if we all get
together we might be able to have it all on one common hardware using
the same software!
Please come if you can.
MSP
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From: MIKE::BUCHOLZ 25-JUN-1990 14:35:36.31
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: TIMECARDS
DUE TO THE JULY 4TH HOLIDAY, TIMECARDS FOR PAY PERIOD END JUNE 30 ARE
DUE IN THURSDAY, JUNE 28 BY 9AM.
PAYCHECKS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED ON JULY 3 FOR NON-EXEMPT EMPLOYEES.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 25-JUN-1990 15:09:10.60
To: @sys$mail:engineer
CC:
Subj: REMINDER:
Increase your productivity and reduce stress by experiencing our
SONIC STATION
STAtion..
station....
* The Audio Group *
___________________________________________________________________________
From: CHARM::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 25-JUN-1990 16:51:20.70
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj:
This week's Sonic Station (tm) selection:
TALKING HEADS "Remain In Light"
* The Audio Group *
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From: KIM::PIERCE 26-JUN-1990 11:48:56.82
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: PIERCE
Subj: Linking Meeting time change.
All those attending todays Game Linking software/hardware
Meeting today please note:
The time has changed from 2:00 pm to 2:30 today.
It is still in the Central Conference Room.
Please come if you are doing a link-able game.
Thanks
MSP
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 26-JUN-1990 13:17:09.29
To: @SM:ENGINEER,@SM:ANIMATORS
CC:
Subj: New RADMOD release
I've just put a new version of radmod into utl$exe:. This version:
- fixes a few bugs dealing with 24-bit TIFF and PICT files.
- allows the input filename to be specified on the command line.
For example, you can now type
RADMOD BATMAN.PICT
instead of
RADMOD
BATMAN.PICT
- Changes a few default responses to be more in line with usage.
Dither output file is now NO by default.
CR for data fork or R for data fork now works correctly
(a CR will really get the data fork) for Pixel Paint files.
- You can now force a 256 color PICT file to a given palette.
- The menu color of output RAD files is now set to the inverse of
color 0 so the menus and toolbox in RAD are always visible.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::ALLEN 26-JUN-1990 13:59:44.63
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK,ALLEN
CC:
Subj: HERBALIFE
THE TIME HAS COME FOR ME TO SHED MY WINTER COAT. DOES ANYONE OUT THERE
IN VAX-LAND KNOW OF AN HERBALIFE DISTRIBUTER IN THE MILPITAS AREA (CLOSE
TO WORK) OR IN THE SOUTH SAN JOSE AREA? I AM JUST ABOUT OUT OF MY CURRENT
SUPPLY, SO I NEED IT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
PLEASE CALL ME @ EXT. 3905 OR VAX ME BACK. THANKS!
- RHONDA
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From: KIM::DIEKNEITE "STAND UP AND USE YOUR EARS LIKE A MAN (C. Ives)" 26-JUN-1990 14:32:49.78
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: DIEKNEITE
Subj: Audio Workshop
AUDIO WORKSHOPI
SUBJECT: Communicating about music.
DATE: Thursday July,12th
TIME: 2PM
Music, being a primarily subjective medium, is often difficult to
discuss. Because of this, communication regarding music in video games can
be hindered. WorkshopI addresses this problem by exploring different ways
musical ideas can be discussed and imparted. Although it is primarily aimed
at Project Leaders, Game Designers and Programmers, anyone who's interested is
welcome.
Please reply via vax mail or phone (3793) if you are interested in attending.
dd
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From: MIKE::SMITH 27-JUN-1990 07:22:24.68
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Materials Responsibility
I will be on vacation thru July 11th. During my absence Rob Bryant will be
responsible for all materials related activity. This will include Shipping,
Receiving, the Stockroom and of course the never ending cycle of material
and production planning.
Have a nice 4th of July.
Thanx, Tom Smith
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From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 27-JUN-1990 11:52:03.95
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj:
It's here, the game you've all been waiting to see and play.
Drobny and I are proud to present you
SMASH TV
from Williams
So bring your baseball bats and smash
SMASH TV ASH TV SH TV H TV TV V V
Farrokh
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From: ERNIE::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 27-JUN-1990 12:19:27.89
To: @SM:JUNK
CC:
Subj: There's a speed trap on McCarthy (lunchtime Wed)
Careful on your way to lunch.
-- jim
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From: KIM::MCCARTHY "Pat" 28-JUN-1990 18:04:18.94
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: power on reset.
Timing specs for power on reset.
See Johns mail message below for a statemant of the problem.
The Power-on circuit (100kohm/.1uF/2N3506) is not designed to reset the
microprocessor. It is designed to reset the watchdog counter that resets
the microprocessor. The RC circuit has a time constant of 10mSeconds
(which means about 3 mS to a valid logic level). I checked this on the
wonderful new toy and it is so. POWER-ON comes up about 3mS after the
5 volts stabilizes. The counter is then cleared and holds the
microprocessor reset line for 7 video frame intervals, about 116 mS.
before releasing the Microprocessor on its merry way. The data book
specifies that a 68000 must have 100mS after stable 5volts before reset
can be released.
But if you disable watchdog, the counter is disabled, and the
microprocessor reset line is released on the first VBLANK after POWER-ON
goes true, i.e. somewhere between 3 and 19mS after the 5 volts stabilizes.
With this the 68000 is not happy.
So if you want a board to power up happy, either do not disable watchdog,
or design a more elaborate watchdog circuit. Of course an easy fix would
be to beef up the capacitor for field test games that want the watchdog
disabled.
Pat.
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From: KIM::RAY 22-JUN-1990 17:39:17.10
To: MCCARTHY
CC: LEE,RAY
Subj: Reset circuit
Pat --
The Pitfighter programmers decided to disable watchdog for
field test because they wanted to hear about it if there were
any lockups. Unfortunately, the PCB does not reset properly, so
the game takes several tries to come up. Last week, we assumed
it was just one board. When two more boards exhibited the
problem today, I thought we should check into it. Sam had Glenn
put a much bigger cap on the reset circuit (1uF) and the
problem went away.
I would guess what is happening is that the reset line is going
high before the voltages are stable, and the processor tries to
bring the system up but can't. Should we investigate this
further and change the values around for the "standard" reset
circuit so that reset does not go high until the voltages are
really stable? I'll bet your nifty new scope could find the
problem pretty quickly (if driven properly).
This may apply to more than the G1 hardware.
John
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::MCCARTHY "Pat" 28-JUN-1990 22:17:45.83
To: LEON,JOE,SMITH,STEWART,WRIGHTNOUR
CC: RAY,DOWNEND,MONCRIEF,MOORE,LEE,HUBBERSTEY,MARGOLIN,MCCARTHY
Subj: standardising radial caps
This looks like a positive step. Any comments anyone.
Pat.
From: KIM::HUBBERSTEY 28-JUN-1990 18:34:08.89
To: MCCARTHY
CC: HUBBERSTEY
Subj: Radial vs. axial capacitors
I talked with Don Wrightnour about what is and isn't auto-insertable and he
said that the machines can only handle up to 0.8" lead spacing. The 47uF
axial capacitor we currently use, 124009-476, has a PCB footprint larger than
this and so can't be auto-inserted. Don also said that where hand insertion is
required, his preference is for radial components.
So . . . I am going to standardize on a 25 volt radial unit, 123015-476, for
future designs. I'd also like to suggest that we standardize on a few voltages
for electrolytic caps since the board space and cost differences usually
amount to pennies and it would mean stocking fewer parts. 25 volts is a good
number for general use since it gives at least a 30% working voltage margin
in most of our audio circuits.
Tim
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::BLOOD 29-JUN-1990 10:27:35.17
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Slapstic-2
Hey, programming-types,
Has anybody actually used the SLAPSTIC-2 (that's versions 111 thru 119)
shell game? Please contact Paul Kwinn (1743) as soon as possible.
Thanks,
PK
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 29-JUN-1990 11:28:43.82
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: message
THE CAFETERIA WILL BE CLOSING TODAY AT 1:30 PM.
HAVE A NICE WEEKEND!
THANK-YOU
SOPHIE
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 2-JUL-1990 14:16:11.25
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
Awesome movie on tonight........"Firefox"
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 2-JUL-1990 15:04:11.04
To: @sys$mail:engineer
CC:
Subj: REMINDER:
This week's Sonic Station (tm) selection:
NONE: Happy Fourth of July!
* The Audio Group *
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::ALBAUGH "Dr. Bizarro" 3-JUL-1990 08:33:33.36
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Used book blowout
I noticed this on UseNet, and think some people here will find it
interesting:
Mike
-----------------------------------------------------------------
From: jeske@src.dec.com (Steve Jeske)
Subject: 150,000 used books for sale in P.A. (+ some records)
Keywords: books, records, used
Date: 2 Jul 90 21:04:37 GMT
In downtown Palo Alto, maybe 100' South of University on Cowper, an unusual
used book store just opened on Saturday. It will only exist until 4 August
and is to liquidate the 150,000 used books this man collected, while planning
to open a used book store. Instead, the story goes, he's taken a job as a
college professor somewhere in Canada, and doesn't want to take the books
with him. There are maybe a dozen rooms, with more in the hallways, and the
prices seem more reasonable than at most used book stores. Lots of pre-sorted
categories, with additional ones being brought out from his bulk storage and
priced/sorted constantly (their sign says only about half are currently
displayed). If you've been looking for some specific titles, or just like to
browse in such places, you owe it to yourself to check the place out. They
are open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, and provide free refreshments,
popcorn, pretzels, corn chips, liquids. Aside from being a satisfied
customer, I have no connection with the place. (I just wish I'd been there
Friday night, when they charged $2 admission for the right to buy first.)
As a minuscule sampling of what the place has to offer, I noticed a 1985
hardback of Samuelson's Economics for $2, more than ten p.b. copies of
Herbert's Dune, five hardbacks of Fixx's running book, more than a dozen
copies of Comfort's The Joy of Sex and Jackson's Color Me Beautiful, some in
hardback, a pocket Chinese-English dictionary as well as a similar one from
Eastern Europe (Czech?), children's books, 20' of shop manuals for a variety
of cars/trucks/cycles, books on planes and flying, hobbies, lots of general
fiction as well as specialized genres: Westerns, SF, mysteries, romances. I
bought some out-of-print solar energy books, as well as Ian & Sylvia's first
album; I'd been looking for it for a long time.
All in all, a place worth visiting.
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From: GAWD::LIPSON 3-JUL-1990 10:22:57.87
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: this would be quite a trick...
what is this thing?
in the Merc:
SALES OF TOY HALTED: A federal court on Friday temporarily halted sales
of S. S.F's Lewis Galoob Toys Inc.'s GAME GENIE until a copyright suit by
video game giant Nintendo of America seeking a permanent ban can be heard.
GAME GENIE is a device that allows video game players to give unlimited
free 'lives' to game characters, increase the firepower of game weapons or
increase the jumping ability of characters.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 3-JUL-1990 13:43:23.54
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: fyi
There are ads running on the TV and in magazines & newspapers about the
200th anniversary of the Bill of Rights. These ads are awe inspiring in
their statement that although we have had the Bill of Rights all these
years, we must strive everyday to protect those freedoms granted to us in
those few written pages. These freedoms are the basis of everything we call
"American" included the supposed "American Dream". At the end of these ads,
while you are wiping the tear from the corner of your eye, you notice that
the ads are paid for by Phillip Morris and R.J. Reynolds corporations.
Well, this changes everything, doesn't it! They are using the Bill of
Rights to protect your freedom to kill yourself with cigarettes. That
certainly trivializes the importance of our guaranteed freedoms.
It goes deeper than that for me. Phillip Morris and R.J. Reynolds are
the biggest contributors to Jesse Helms (other than Bank of America) in the
country. How does that make you feel about the ads now? Jesse Helms has set
the machine in motion to take away just about every freedom of self
expression and personal choice we have.
It is very strange how we have allowed these people to use the flag,
the Constitution, and the Bill Of Rights to take away every thing they stand
for.
They have to be stopped.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::DOWNEND 9-JUL-1990 11:42:16.93
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: EPROM PROGRAMMER update
1. The broken Data I/O is out for repair - expected back by 7/17.
2. IMI and other Data I/O 288 moved to printer room. Old space is becoming
a lab. Within 2 months the VAX 11/780's will be retired and replaced with
MicroVaxes which produce less heat so the air temp can be raised in the
printer room; will also enlarge the printer room at that time.
3. The PAL/PROm programmer is in alpha lab at the Data I/O site.
4. I have complaints that 8 1MEG sockets on a Data I/O is not enough. Please
note that 8 1MEGs is equivalent to 16 27512's. I do not know of a SET
programmer with more than 8 1 MEG sockets...any leads out there?
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::MCCARTHY "Pat" 9-JUL-1990 12:06:28.80
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: Field Test VCR interface.
There is a new and improved interface to the VCR for field test games.
(The old interface had the Game emulate the remote control by driving an
LED.)
At Tims suggestion, and Minhs implementation the new interface is much
easier to use. It only required one latched output from the game. A LO out
means record. A HI out means stop. Power on is taken care of
automatically, without programmer intervention. If the connector to the
VCR is disconnected, then the normal VCR buttons and remote control work
properly.
One VCR has been modified to accomodate this. The other two (am I right
that there are three VCRs) will hopefully be done soon. If you are going
to use this interface, please let the tech. know as soon as possible, as
it will take time to prepare the VCRs the first time. (A small PCB needs
to be installed into the VCR).
Pat.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 9-JUL-1990 15:05:34.73
To: @sys$mail:engineer
CC:
Subj: REMINDER:
This week's Sonic Station (tm) selection:
NONE: Happy Fourth of July!
* The Audio Group *
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 9-JUL-1990 16:46:39.03
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj:
This week's Sonic Station (tm) selection:
20th Century Music Sampler
* The Audio Group *
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::EYLER 9-JUL-1990 17:26:22.23
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: New Atarian
Nick & Janice Stern just had a new baby girl! Born on July 9th at
1:15 a.m. she's Emma Dorothy Stern. 8 lbs. 7 oz. & 20 3/4" long.
Mom's still in the hospital after a surprisingly short labor.
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 9-JUL-1990 21:21:12.70
To: SMITHSON
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: directory
The Cyclotron version of self-test for the multisync board is
in [Margolin.Bonnie].
[Margolin.Msync] is the current Hard Drivin' Compact version and
you would probably not like it.
Sorry for the mistake.
Jed
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From: CHARM::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 10-JUL-1990 09:50:07.51
To: KIM::MARGOLIN
CC: BIKE
Subj: RE: directory
I figured it out. I copied the directory over and made the change. It's
fine for now.
Bonnie
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From: KIM::DURFEY 10-JUL-1990 09:57:57.70
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj:
From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 9-JUL-1990 16:52:24.90
To: DURFEY
CC:
Subj: please no more
From: GAWD::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 9-JUL-1990 16:45:18.86
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj:
This week's Sewer Station (tm) selection:
20th Bowel Music Smeller
* The Flatula Group *
(tm=toilet music)
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::DRIVER 10-JUL-1990 11:55:26.22
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: New Race Drivin' with SUPER STUNT track
New version of Race Drivin' is in the Engineering Common area.
There is now a SUPER STUNT track featuring a mountain road, split jump,
open loop jump, double corkscrew loop, roller coaster ramp and MORE!!!!
Step right up and test your skill!!!
(Contains the original tracks with the new autocross track with your
best lap in phantom mode).
And please write your comments in the comment binder.
Thanks,
Hard/Race Drivin' Team
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From: KIM::BRAD "A jazz musician is a juggler who uses harmonies instead of oranges" 10-JUL-1990 15:58:40.35
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: BRAD
Subj: Sonic Station Mail
2 people have indicated that they would NOT like to receive the weekly
musical selection for the Sonic Station. If you would also like to be
removed from the mailing list please reply.
If you would like to continue receiving weekly updates DO NOT reply.
Thanks!
- brad -
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 10-JUL-1990 16:00:59.32
To: KIM::BRAD
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: RE: Sonic Station Mail
PLease remove my name from the mailing list for the sonic station.
Jed
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From: KIM::MCCARTHY "Pat" 11-JUL-1990 11:26:06.22
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE
CC: BJORKQUIST,MCCARTHY
Subj: 20v8-25 GALs
Thunderjaws used two 20v8s in Rev b production boards.
Cost price $2.15.
The raw Atari part number is 137647-025 but we do not buy them blank. The
programmed part number for Thunderjaws is 136076-1075 or -1076.
Karen can ask Mary Burnias to get some, blank or programmed. We should
maintain a stock of 100 or so in engineering.
If you happen to check the price on the computer, it says $1.05. This is
wrong, and is being changed.
While I have your attention, Mary asked me to pass something on.
Some of the vendors know how many GALs (and other parts) we will need for
a particular game before Mary does. They then put pressure on her to get
the full order, making her life difficult (two different vendors can not
get the full order each). If you are talking to a vendor you should use
phrases like "The board uses quite a few." and "The game is doing really
well." instead of saying "It uses 5 and 1000 have been released so far."
No vendor should ever know how many games (past or present) have been
released or sold. This is sensitive Company confidential information.
Pat.
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From: ERNIE::MCCARTHY "Pat" 11-JUL-1990 17:39:00.80
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: G1 hardware. The next step.
Do you have plans for using the G1 hardware in a future product.
Do you have a wish list for G1 hardware. Get it together and come to the
Wish-list-for-G1.1 (or is it G2) meeting :
next Tuesday 7-17-90
10:00 am
engineering conf.rm.
Pat.
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From: KIM::DIEKNEITE "STAND UP AND USE YOUR EARS LIKE A MAN (C. Ives)" 12-JUL-1990 08:35:48.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: DIEKNEITE
Subj: music workshop
There are a couple of spots (i.e. chairs) left.
SUBJECT: Communicating about music.
DATE: TODAY
TIME: 2PM
PLACE: Central Conference Room
Please let me know if you want to come.
dd
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::DIEKNEITE "STAND UP AND USE YOUR EARS LIKE A MAN (C. Ives)" 12-JUL-1990 08:44:22.84
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: DIEKNEITE
Subj: music workshop
There are a couple of spots (i.e. chairs) left.
SUBJECT: Communicating about music.
DATE: TODAY
TIME: 2PM
PLACE: Central Conference Room
Please let me know if you want to come.
dd
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::RAY 12-JUL-1990 13:04:32.63
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: RAY
Subj: Harvard Graphics, Dialog
I am taking a class where the instructor expects us to:
1. Give a presentation using overhead slides generated from
Harvard Graphics (or equivalent). Since it costs about $300, I
thought I would try to borrow one for a few weeks. Do any PC
users have Harvard Graphics (or equivalent) that I could borrow
for about 3 weeks?
2. Log onto Dialog for a few hours. Does anyone have an account
or the manual for Dialog? Has anyone used it before?
Thanks in advance!!
John
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From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 12-JUL-1990 15:07:30.46
To: OWENS,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: 136077 - RACE MEMORY MASTERS
136077 - HARD DRIVIN/RACE MEMORY MASTERS 12-Jul-1990
Page 1
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION
136077-1025 IC,PR_GAL,137647-015,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,40B
136077-1026 IC,PR_GAL,137647-015,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,60B
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From: ERNIE::BRAD "Music is the art of thinking with sounds" 13-JUL-1990 14:16:28.55
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: BRAD
Subj: REMINDER:
PITCH SESSION: 2pm. July 25th Central Conference
For all you game designers and project leaders:
If you are interested in hearing new game ideas please plan to attend.
For all you potential pitchees:
If you are interested in pitching and haven't contacted me please get
in touch with me very soon.
- brad -
x3788
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 16-JUL-1990 17:22:15.73
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Data I/O 288
The Data I/O 288 is repaired. I put it in the Printer room. Report any problems
to me. Thanks, Chris.
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From: BERT::BROWN 17-JUL-1990 16:44:59.82
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: BROWN
Subj: PARTY!!
THE SALE OF ATARI OPERATIONS INC. TO NAMCO HAS BEEN FINALIZED. AS A FAREWELL
GESTURE, ATARI WILL HOST A COMPANY-WIDE PARTY ON FRIDAY, JULY 20, AT 3:30 P.M.,
ON THE PATIO OF BUILDING 675. COME ONE, COME ALL!!
SANDI
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From: GAWD::BRAD "Music is the art of thinking with sounds" 18-JUL-1990 13:45:33.24
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: BRAD
Subj: Just One More Week!
That's right, just ONE MORE WEEK to go! The PITCHERS are almost
ready and you are invited to the 2nd Pitch Session next wednesday (July 25th)
in the Central Conference Room at 2pm.
(just in case you can't make it, the session will be video taped)
- brad -
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From: BERT::FRYE 18-JUL-1990 15:06:32.60
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: FACILITY NOTES
Any one having information on the white camper parked in the rear of our
building, please call x3752. Also seen parked with the camper, is an old
Chevy green pickup with a Kawasaki bike.
Also, just a reminder... there will be paving repairs being done between
675 and all around 735 this Saturday, July 21.
Thanks, Bob
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From: CHARM::DRIVER 18-JUL-1990 15:07:12.09
To: MARGOLIN,MONCRIEF,BEHENSKY,MOTT,DURFEY
CC:
Subj: linda's comments
From: BERT::BENZLER "Linda Benzler, extension 3750" 10-JUL-1990 18:26:55.17
To: DRIVER
CC: BENZLER
Subj: GREAT JOB!!!
Well, you guys really have everybody excited over here tonight. It is a
day to write in the history books. Jerry Momoda played drove the Super
Stunt track and came away with a big smile and not even one criticism
(dispite the funky graphic bug in the track select screen). He is usually
the biggest critic around when it comes to games.
You even have Dennis Wood coming by my office after playing and saying that
he really had fun with it. Even our lawyers are smiling!
And just now Mary and Bob Sheffield were literally running over to the
Engineering area to try it...
(...and I'm gonna be right behind them for another try.)
--Linda
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From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 19-JUL-1990 10:41:42.04
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Jewlers Screw drivers
Hey Hey You all,
Someone borrowed my Jewlers screw driver set awhil back and even though
I was assured it would be returned, it was not. Much like several tools.
Nevertheless, I would really appreciate it if you would all think for a second
and then take a look around to see if you might have them lying around
somewhere. They are in a small red and clear plastic case about 6" by 2".
Thanks I hope
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From: BERT::BENZLER "Linda Benzler, extension 3750" 19-JUL-1990 10:59:43.62
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BENZLER
Subj: BARBARA WALTERS' SPECIAL
Did anybody out there in Vaxland record the Ba-ba Wa-wa special on
"The Perfect Baby" last night? I forgot to set up my machine yesterday
and I'd really like to see the show. Do any of you have a copy that I
can borrow?
Thanks!
--Linda
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From: BERT::BENZLER "Linda Benzler, extension 3750" 19-JUL-1990 14:57:41.91
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BENZLER
Subj: IN SEARCH OF A PRECIOUS COMMODITY
We are planning to do some filming for a Race Drivin' promotional video
tape tomorrow and I am in need of costuming help. Customer Service no
longer has Hard Drivin' t-shirts or jackets in stock, so I must appeal to
all you race fans out there in VAXland.
I have asked a few people that have shirts and/or jackets to bring them in
for me to borrow tomorrow, but I need at least two more. Can you help?
If you have a Hard Drivin' t-shirt or jacket in size Large or Extra Large that
I can borrow for a day, please respond to this address or call me at X-3788.
I assure you that your shirt/jacket will be returned to you!
--Linda
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 19-JUL-1990 16:38:25.50
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: STUN
If anyone has a working STUN game around here please let me know. I have
an ADSP board with ADSP time-out error and I'ld like to compare it with
yours.
Farrokh
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From: BERT::LINDA "Evening Receptionist" 19-JUL-1990 16:43:14.56
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: We need our stinkin' badges back!!
Well, here we are again at our quarterly plea for the many misdirected visitor
badges. If you have one, please return it to the main lobby desk.
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 19-JUL-1990 18:41:56.59
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: ADSP question
I think I'm on the right track, after I replaced the LS245 buffer that's
tied to PMD16-19 (failing ram locations suggested problems on this bus)
the symptoms changed.
Now the ADSP 2100 test nolonger runs (before it said that 9E & 10E were
bad) , now it just waits a while and then says:
HIGH BANK MEMORY TIME OUT.
Question_ Does the self test have to read the roms on ADSP in order to
pass this test, or they only matter in the game?
Farrokh
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 19-JUL-1990 19:04:41.33
To: KHODADADI
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: ADSP II Tests
I do not know what version of ADSP Tests you are using, but in general
there are two modes of ADSP Tests.
1. Tests that are run by the 68010. All of the ADSP RAM (Program, Data
and Sequential Output) can be tested this way. Note that the RAMs
are tested at 68010 bus speeds which are much slower than ADSP-2100
bus speeds. Graphics ROMs are not accessible to the 68010 bus.
2. Tests that are run by the ADSP-2100. The ADSP Program and Data RAM
are tested this way. Note that if the ADSP-2100 Program RAM is bad
it might not be able to run the test program. The program is solely
in Program RAM; Graphics ROMs do not contain program and do not have
to work to run the tests. However; incorrect ROM data is a major
cause of game program crashes, especially when the ROMs are in the
wrong socket.
Let me see if I understand this. You replaced a buffer and now nothing works.
Jed
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 20-JUL-1990 10:16:19.68
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: ADSP
Thanks for the info. I'll keep digging more, and as far as the tests go
it passes all other ADSP tests except for 2100 test.
Farrokh
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From: GAWD::BRAD "Music is the art of thinking with sounds" 20-JUL-1990 10:38:38.37
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: BRAD
Subj: PITCH SESSION: RSVP
In preparation for the Pitch Session next week I need to know how many
people will be attending. Please respond by Monday July 23rd if you will be
attending the Pitch Session.
- brad -
PITCH SESSION: #2
WHERE: Central Conference Room
WHEN: Wed. July 25th 2pm
(Pitchers: I already know who you are, no need to RSVP)
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From: BERT::FRANZELLA "Yvette" 20-JUL-1990 11:44:59.33
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: B.B.Q.
JUST A REMINDER THAT THE FARWELL B.B.Q. FOR A.O.I. IS
TODAY AT 3:30 PM OUTSIDE OF THE MAIL LOBBY!
From: BERT::FRANZELLA "Yvette" 20-JUL-1990 11:55:45.86
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: CORRECTION
OOPS! THE B.B.Q. WILL BE HELD OFF THE MAIN LOBBY.
SORRY!
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 23-JUL-1990 10:09:41.16
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Phone List
I know it's been awhile since we've put out an updated phone list but it's
FINALLY done. If you would please come by my desk at your convience to pick
one up for yourself, or for your department. I would greatly appreciate it!!
Thanks Steph
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From: ERNIE::NATALIE 23-JUL-1990 11:15:44.41
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Opinion Poll for the new HORSE Game
Who are your favorite professional basketball players? I'm taking a poll,
and the winning 4 will have a satirical character named after them. Include
a funny name if you think of it, ie. Tragic Johnson, or Larry Turd.
Thanks in advance,
Natalie
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 23-JUL-1990 11:43:06.93
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: cordless drill battery
Has anyone had to replace the battery in a B&D cordless drill? The one
I got doesn't hold it's charge longer than 5 seconds, so I was wondering
about the cost and if it's worth to replace it or just buy a new one.
Farrokh
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From: MIKE::ALLEN 23-JUL-1990 15:43:04.27
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK,ALLEN
CC:
Subj: IBM COLOR MONITOR
IF ANYONE OUT THERE IN "VAX-LAND" WOULD LIKE TO
USE THE ABOVE MONITOR (FOR ATARI RELATED USE),
PLEASE CALL ME @ EXT. 3905, OR MAIL ME.
I HAVE A GRAPHICS CARD ALSO, IF YOU ARE INTERESTED.
THANKS,
RHONDA
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From: GAWD::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 23-JUL-1990 17:35:09.79
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: SEE_HARNESS
Users on node MIKE may now examine the Harness Components Handbook
on-line by typing:
MCR ATARI$AVL:SEE_HARNESS
at the system prompt ($).
OR
add; SEEH*ARNESS :==$ATARI$AVL:SEE_HARNESS
to your LOGIN.COM. Shy users may just type;
@ATARI$AVL:HARNESSLOGIN
to have thier LOGIN.COM edited for them at no charge! What a deal.
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From: BERT::BENZLER "Linda Benzler, extension 3750" 24-JUL-1990 09:46:28.14
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BENZLER
Subj: ANOTHER REQUEST
Thanks to all of those of you who replied to my request for Hard Drivin'
t-shirts and jackets. We should be shooting the Race Drivin' promotional
video tape tomorrow. I'll be sure to return all of the jackets and t-shirt
that have been loaned to me as soon as we're done.
Now I have another request. In order to match the background race footage
we are going to shoot over, we are looking for a driving suit and a helmet.
Does anybody know where we could get one to borrow for a day? (Preferably
white or light-colored but red would do.)
I tried Frey's, a local shop that rents, but all they have is blue coveralls
that look like something a mechanic wears to work on your car...that's not
the look we want.
Thanks again for your help!
--Linda
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 24-JUL-1990 10:30:20.98
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: phone list
Because their were so many mistakes brought to my attention on the phone list.
I am going to make up a new list. They should be ready by the end of the day.
So we'll try it again.
Thanks Steph
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 25-JUL-1990 10:14:04.84
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: YOGURT
IT'S NEW FOR YOGURT LOVERS "YOGURT ON WHEELS". THEY WILL BE COMING TO ATARI
EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 3:20PM. DAILY FEATURES INCLUDE FROZEN YOGURT IN FOUR
FLAVORS, 30 REGULAR TOPPINGS, FRESH TOPPINGS (IN SEASON), SUNDAES, BANANA
SPLITS, YOGURT SALAD AND CANTALOPE ALA YOGURT. THEY WILL BE HERE STARTING
TODAY, I WILL PAGE FOR THE NEXT THREE WEEKS TO REMIND YOU, AFTER THAT YOUR ON
YOUR OWN. ENJOY!!!
STEPH
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From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 24-JUL-1990 16:03:26.09
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj:
This message is for all the game designers, programmers,and
technicians who are about to release a new game.
This checklist covers some of the most common and deadly pitfalls (BUGS)
that teams often fall in. So before release of program and self test roms,
ask the project tech. or someone who's not directly involved with the game
to go through this list for you. It might save you from multiple bug-fix
rom updates.
SELF-TEST
1. Power up your game with WDOG ENABLED (WDDIS jumper removed).
2. Power up in selftest with WDOG ENABLED (WDDIS jumper removed).
3. Try powering up the game with an uninitialized (fresh) EEROM
and see if your program can give an EEROM error message or
just dies.
Now clear stats (initialize EEROM) and exit selftest
then go back a while later to ckeck that error count = 0 .
4. Check RAM and ROM tests for error messages. Sometimes programmers
reduce the game program roms and forget to reflect the changes in
self-test roms.
COIN OPTIONS
5. Check and double check the operation of your coin options, left
and right multipliers, as well as the left/right coin-counters.
Do the coin multiplier options for left and right mech jive with
your manual.
GAME PLAY
6. With only 1 credit attempt to press start switches of more than
one player simultaneously.
7. Now try the same thing with 1 and a fraction of credit. You'll
have to set multipliers to different coinage settings (1/4 per coin,
...).
* This wraps up my suggested checklist.
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From: KIM::RAY 26-JUL-1990 16:11:14.17
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: RAY
Subj: Farrokh
He called Sandi yesterday and said.....
He was rear-ended Tuesday night. He woke up Wednesday and could
hardly move his neck. The doctor says he has whiplash and gave
him a neck brace. He will go back to the doctor on Monday to
find out when he can go back to work -- probably a week from
Monday.
John
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From: BERT::BROWN 26-JUL-1990 18:11:05.38
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: BROWN
Subj: PERSONNEL CHANGES
I AM SOMEWHAT LATE IN GETTING THESE TWO ANNOUNCEMENTS OUT, SO AS A RESULT, THEY
WON'T BE NEWS TO A LOT OF YOU. FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO DON'T KNOW:
I AM PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE PROMOTION OF BOB STEWART TO DIRECTOR OF
MANUFACTURING.
BOB HAS BEEN WITH ATARI FOR NINE YEARS AND MANAGER OF MANUFACTURING SINCE 1984.
FOR OVER A YEAR NOW, BOB HAS BEEN "ACTING DIRECTOR", RESPONSIBLE FOR THE WHOLE
MANUFACTURING PROCESS. BOB HAS CLEARLY DEMONSTRATED HIS CAPABILITY TO PROVIDE
MATURE AND PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP TO OUR MANUFACTURING GROUP.
CONGRATULATIONS, MR. STEWART!
I AM ALSO EXTREMELY PLEASED TO INFORM YOU THAT CYNDE GROSSMAN WILL BE
TRANSFERING BACK TO ATARI FROM TENGEN. CYNDE WILL BE JOINING THE HUMAN
RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AS HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATOR (SORRY DAN).
WITH ATARI FOR EIGHT YEARS (NOT COUNTING A VERY BRIEF ABSENCE), CYNDE
TRANSFERED TO TENGEN LAST YEAR WITH HER SUPERVISOR, DAN VAN ELDEREN.
WE ARE DELIGHTED TO HAVE HER BACK AT ATARI AND I AM HAPPY TO HAVE HER AS A PART
OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.
GOOD LUCK IN YOUR NEW CAREER PATH, CYNDE!
SANDI
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From: BERT::FRANZELLA "Yvette" 27-JUL-1990 12:04:29.64
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: message
Neil Fouts called twice today for once at 10:41 am and then at 11:47 am. He
said he has the right parts for you now. Please phone at 800-421-2244 x983358.
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From: ERNIE::RAY 31-JUL-1990 12:05:08.66
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,STEWART,SMITH,BRESHEARS,BRYANT,FREITAS,MSHERMAN,HINDORFF
CC: RAY
Subj: Walkabout Friday -- this Friday -- 3:30-5:00
Walkabout Friday is this Friday!! Munchies were going
to be provided by Mr. Pierce and the Race Riot team,
but he will be in New York selling Pitfighters. We'll
find some lucky person to do it ....
So come by the labs, play the games, and give your feedback
(positive and negative). Check out all of the games to make
sure you sample all of the different goodies.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 1990
3:30-5:00 P.M.
ALPHA, NU, OMEGA LABS
John
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From: GAWD::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 31-JUL-1990 13:09:20.69
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BIKE
Subj: Defrosting
The refridgerator in the Omega lab will be defrosted next
weekend. Any food remaining in the refridgerator or freezer
at that time will be disposed of.
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From: BERT::SHOOZ 31-JUL-1990 15:38:01.86
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: SHOOZ in the common area
There is now a SHOOZ game in the common area. Please play and report any
bugs to either Ed Rotberg or Pete Lipson.
- The Soooz Team -
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From: BERT::DENCKER "Andrea Dencker" 31-JUL-1990 17:30:21.00
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: DENCKER
Subj: Light Table Available for Intra-Company Transfer
The Publications Dept. has a Sandmar light table available for someone else in
the company to use (for company business). If no one wants it, it has already
been promised to an employee who will buy it for home use.
It's 30.5" wide, 26.5" deep, and 37" high, in dark blue enameled steel. It has
a foot rest (platform) about 9" above the floor. Everything works; it just
needs some minor cleaning.
Send inquiries to this address or call ext. 3718.
Andrea
Farrokh
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From: GAWD::VIDEO 1-AUG-1990 06:03:55.65
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: VIDEO LAB SHUT DOWN
VIDEO LAB SHUT-DOWN
The Video Lab will be shut-down from 8/2 - 8/20.
This is due to the relocation of the lab near the caged
area. Anyone needing any video or digitizing should plan on
submitting a request when I return from vacation.
My schedual is as follows:
8/2 Lab shutdown
8/2-8/13 Rob on Vacation (contractors finishing up)
8/14-8/20 Working out bugs on newly wired system
Rob Rowe
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From: CHARM::MILTY 1-AUG-1990 09:20:16.98
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: TRAMPOLINE
IS ANYONE OUT IN VAXLAND INTERESTED IN A 3' ACROSS "EXERCISE" TRAMPOLINE
?????? IT IS ABOUT 8 OR 9 INCHES HIGH AND COULD BE TRADED FOR,..SAY,..
A CHEAP LUNCH,....OR SIX PACK OF BEER.
AND MIGHT I ADD,...IT'S IN EXCELLENT SHAPE,..AS IF IT WAS NEVER USED,.HA HA
AND IT'S BLACK TO COLOR COORDINATE WITH ANY DECOR.
MILTY #3742
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From: GAWD::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 1-AUG-1990 09:50:31.08
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj:
This week's Sonic Station (tm) selection:
Igor Stravinsky's "Le Sacre Du Printemps (The Rite of Spring)"
* The Audio Group *
From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 1-AUG-1990 10:13:00.08
To: DURFEY,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: This weeks bad taste selection
From: GAWD::AUDIO "Fill 'er up at the SONIC STATION" 1-AUG-1990 09:49:30.06
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj:
This week's Septic Station (tim white) selection:
Prince Archduke Ferdinands's "Le Suckr Du Gavarillo Princep (The Wrong Spring)"
* The Audio Group *
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From: GAWD::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 1-AUG-1990 10:56:19.06
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: SEARCHING the AVL
The following AVL files are now generated each night in ASCII format, suitable
for scanning with the DCL SEARCH command. These files may be SEARCHed from
any node on the network. Each file includes the Atari part number, generic
part number, description, manufacturers, manufacturers part numbers and status
as listed in the AVL at the end of each weekday. They will not contain changes
made after 6:00 PM.
FILE CONTENTS
ATARI$AVL:ACTIVE.LIS ACTIVE PARTS
ATARI$AVL:INACTIVE.LIS INACTIVE PARTS
ATARI$AVL:MEMORY.LIS ACTIVE MEMORY MASTERS
ATARI$AVL:OBSOLETE.LIS CONVERTED PARTS
ATARI$AVL:PROMO.LIS PROMOTIONAL ITEMS
ATARI$AVL:SPARE.LIS SPARE PARTS
For more information on the SEARCH command, type HELP SEARCH at the system
prompt ($).
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 1-AUG-1990 12:30:14.98
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: YOGURT
Don't forget today at 3:20 the truck will be here.
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From: SANDY::LEE 1-AUG-1990 18:29:46.59
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: SERIAL COMMUNICATION LINK
YOU'RE INVITED TO A SHORT (15 MINUTES) PRESENTATION
OF THE SERIAL COMMUNICATION BOARD AT 2:00 PM THIS FRIDAY
(AUGUST-03-1990) IN THE ENGINEERING CONFERENCE ROOM. ROUGH
COST ESTIMATE & PRELIMINARY SPEC. WILL BE PRESENTED.
BONNIE SMITHSON, DENNIS HARPER, DAVE AKERS, MARK PIERCE,
MIKE ALBAUGH R.S.V.P. IF NOT ABLE TO ATTEND.
SAM LEE
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From: BERT::SAMANIEGO "Steph" 2-AUG-1990 07:16:44.65
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Badges
I'm down to three again, if your collecting them please return them to the
front desk. Also, it would be very helpful if you make sure your visitor
returns their badge when they leave. It's hard for me to get everyones when
I'm buzy on the phones.
Thanks,
Steph
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From: BERT::GRAHAM 2-AUG-1990 09:53:37.97
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Kaiser Doctors
Does anyone out there have a good general doctor
at the Santa Clara facility that they would
recommend??? My mother recently joined Kaiser
and would like the names of some doctors instead
of going in cold.
Thank you, and my mother thanks you!!!!
Karen Graham
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From: ERNIE::NATALIE 2-AUG-1990 15:07:14.65
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: ThunderJaws T-shirts
We're taking orders for ThunderJaws shirts. Since the company doesn't make
shirts anymore, Rusty and I are making our own run. We're not sure how
much they will cost, but it will be between $7 and $12. If you would like
to buy one, reply to this address. Tell me what size(s) you need, and if
you would like a long sleeve shirt (it will costs extra). They will NOT be
white, probably blue, so they will look COOL! Put your order in for the
limited edition of THUNDERJAWS shirts! Act Now! This is a limited time offer!
Natalie
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From: ERNIE::MORRIS 3-AUG-1990 13:35:29.49
To: @sys$mail:junk
CC:
Subj: Good disk Cache for the PC on the VAX
I have downloaded a very good disk cache program for the PC.
It is in [morris]hydk403.zip
Following is the Abstract for this program.
PS If you use it and like it PLEASE register it. (Only $35).
HyperDisk Version 4.03. The ultimate MS/PC/DR-DOS disk caching utility.
Features background interrupt driven write caching. Conventional, Extended
or Expanded Memory usage. Support for PC, XT, AT, InBoard, 80386 and 80486
type machines. Conventional RAM requirements vary from 10K to 35K depending
on the model and size of cache selected. Compatible with Windows 3.0, QEMM,
386Max, DesqView, Phar Lap, SpeedStor, Disk Manager, et. al. Compatible
adapters/drives: MFM, RLL, ESDI and SCSI. Many other advanced options.
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From: KIM::MCCARTHY "Pat" 3-AUG-1990 13:44:39.40
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: Sockets for RAMs, PALs,etc.
Manufacturing submitted a deviation to use MACHINED sockets in place
of stamped sockets for Pitfighter VRAMs because the stamped sockets
had a16 week lead time. Instead, I deviated out the socket altogether.
(Machined sockets are 3 to 6 times the price of stamped sockets.)
There are two reasons for socketing these types of parts.
One reason is that it is easier to debug boards using the shotgun
method without ruining expensive parts if the more complex components
are removable.
The second reason is to recover costs from overbuilds. If expensive,
reusable parts are socketed, these parts can be recovered. This is
only worth while on the more expensive parts, and if you don't pay an
arm and a leg for the sockets. The total price for the socket over
the entire game run (including any overbuild) must be less that the
totat recovered cost of the socketable parts.
One to three percent of the material cost of a board is sockets,
including program and graphics memory sockets.
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From: GAWD::WEST 6-AUG-1990 16:46:12.56
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: farewell lunch
"It's too hard to say au revoir, so let's just say hors d'oeuvres"
------------Martin Mull, comic genius
Well, folks, it's time for yet another (sniff) farewell
lunch for one of our beloved. Deborah Short has answered
the call to riches and fame, and will be moving down to
La-La Land (that other place) to work for Shmisney,
Pisney, Disney---something like that. We'd like to hold
a good-by for now lunch at Mandarin House restaurant in
Milpitas this Friday at noon. If you'd like to come to
eat or just look sad, please R.S.V.P. to me A.S.A.P.
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From: GAWD::MOTT 7-AUG-1990 11:11:35.61
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Wanted: info on recycling water jugs
Does anyone know of a place that takes plastic water bottles to
be recycled (big 2.5 gallon and 1 gallon bottles). I've had no
luck finding a place and they're piling up. You can make great
toilet tank water saving reservoirs out of them if anyone wants
them!!
Steph (x1754) or reply
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From: BERT::SHOOZ 7-AUG-1990 13:33:21.84
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: 1 Meg EPROMS
Will the person who "borrowed" the SHOOZ 1 MEG EPROMs from the eraser in the
alpha lab kindly return them as soon as possible. We need them for a board
being shipped to Chicago.
Thank you,
The SHOOZ Team.
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From: KIM::RALSTON 8-AUG-1990 08:39:20.37
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Play RAMPART!
It's MIND-BOGGLING! It's MADDENING! It's ADDICTING! It's
DIFFERENT! It's FUN! It's going out on field test tomorrow, so please
try playing RAMPART in the common area TODAY. 1, 2, or 3 players can
play at a time, so give it a try. And, of course, please write down any
bugs/comments/suggestions.
Thanks.
Your friends,
The RAMPART Team
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 9-AUG-1990 10:52:56.63
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Promotional Video
Rob's promotional video tape for the Race Drivin' and Pitfighter Product
introduction is available for viewing in Central Conf. Rm. It's about 10 minutes
long. See the Atari Pit Crew in action and see our own verison of Hans and Frans
"Pump you up". It's funny even if you've never seen the Saturday Night Live skit
Press PLAY on the VCR to start; STOP and REWIND when you're done.
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From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 9-AUG-1990 17:06:32.68
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Tools
You need tools for whatever it is YOU are doing? Hey just ask!
We will be happy to loan our tools out to you because we know that you are all
honest people and that you WILL bring them back to where YOU found them, right?
We are dying to hear your story about what it is YOU need and why and how
soon it is we WILL be seeing our tools again. Oh so we are not around?
GOOD NEWS!!!!!! You cant lose what you never had.
I have not needed to tie chains to all my tools for several years,
so I am trying to figure out just exactly what has changed. I have always
been able to leave tools around and been ABLE to keep track of them. So who,
or what or why? Should I lock them up every night and take inventory?
I guess so. That is, if there is anything left to take inventory of.
Need tools just come and see me. I'd LOVE to discuss it with you! Come on!
Lets talk about it.
Tooless Tech
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From: KIM::MCCARTHY "Pat" 9-AUG-1990 23:34:30.74
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE
CC: LEON,JOE,JACKSON,MCCARTHY
Subj: new release id scidplot, sdbatchplot and sdplotit
If you don't plot schematics then skip this.
I have released a new version of these programs into SCICOM. If I
broke something, I'm sure you will let me know real quick.
The main changes are added support for Viewlogic PSEUDO format plot
files and Houston plotters DMPL format plot files.
I also added a scale parameter. The old method (and current default
method) is that files are plotted at half scale, irrespective of the
scale you requested when you plotted the schematic. Most of the time
this is what you wanted since you used a D size sheet and wanted a B
size plot.
You can now change the scale of the final sheet by using the /SCALE
switch with SCIDPLOT or SDBATCHPLOT. If you say /NOSCALE then there are
no overrides, and the scale defined at the schematic tool will take
effect. If you say /scale=0.4 then your final plot will be reduced to
this ratio of the sheet your schematic was drawn on. If you want full
scale use /SCALE on its own or /SCALE=1.0
As always type scidplot on its own for a short help screen.
Pat.
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From: BERT::YAMAMOTO 10-AUG-1990 15:03:54.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Lawsuit
ATARI GAMES WINS LAWSUIT FILED BY AUSTRALIAN
OVER GAME DISTRIBUTION RIGHTS
MILPITAS, CA August 8, 1990 - Atari Games Corporation today announced
it has won a jury verdict in a two year old lawsuit brought by
Australia's largest video game distributor/operator over the right
to exclusively distribute the entire line of Atari Games' arcade
products in Australia.
Avel Pty. Ltd., one of several Australian video game companies owned
by Malcolm Steinberg, filed a lawsuit in September 1988 claiming that
Atari Games had breached an oral and implied contract that would have
given Avel exclusive distribution rights for all Atari products in
Australia for an unlimited period of time. Atari Games, which had for
many years granted distribution rights to Avel only on a game-by-game
basis, conuntered that Avel's claims were simply self-serving fabrications.
Avel was seeking $3.6 million inn compensatory damages as well as
unspecified punitive damages.
A two week trial, heard by a jury in the U. S. Federal District Court
in San Francisco, ended on August 2, 1990 with an unanimous verdict
in favor of Atari Games on all claims brought by Avel.
"Atari Games has been a leader in the video game industry for many
years and has excellent long-term relationships with all of its
distributors throughout the world," stated a company spokesperson.
"Atari Games was shockedf and disa
"Atari Games was shockedf and disa
"Atari Games was shocked and disappointed when Malcolm Steinberg
instigated this unwarranted lawsuit to create rights he did not
have. As an importer/operator, we believe a conflict of interest
existed that had a negative impact on the distribution of Atari
Games product in Australia," the spokesperson said. Steinberg
admitted during the trial that his companies control sixty percent
of Australia's video game market.
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 13-AUG-1990 13:52:51.49
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: More recycling stuff
Information for recycling plastics:
First, buy the right plastics. Look for a triangle symbol with 2 in the
middle. That is the symbol for High density polyethylene (HDPE). Examples of
this plastic are milk jugs and shampoo bottles. A triangle with a 6 in the
middle stands for Polystyrene (P/S). Examples of polystyrene are yogurt and
cottage cheese tubs.
HDPE and P/S can be recycled locally. Waste Management/Recycle America
accepts HDPE at 1140 Campbell Ave, near Newhall Ave and The Alameda in San
Jose. Bay Polymer accepts P/S at 44530 Grimmer Blvd in Fremont. Please make
sure the containers are clean. Otherwise, they will be rejected.
For more information, Waste Management can be reached at 408-980-9900. Bay
Polymer's phone number is 415-490-1791.
There is no cash reward yet for recycling plastic, but you will have the
satisfaction of knowing you're part of the solution to a critical problem.
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From: BERT::LOIS 14-AUG-1990 18:14:56.41
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: LOIS
Subj: Phone Number
On the chance that field test or production problems may arise, it is essential
that the appropriate engineering staff have your home number. I have been
asked to maintain that list and would appreciate your number by vax mail. THIS
INFORMATION WILL NOT BE PUBLISHED FOR GENERAL USE. Only appropriate personnel
will have access to it.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LOIS 14-AUG-1990 18:14:56.41
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: LOIS
Subj: Phone Number
On the chance that field test or production problems may arise, it is essential
that the appropriate engineering staff have your home number. I have been
asked to maintain that list and would appreciate your number by vax mail. THIS
INFORMATION WILL NOT BE PUBLISHED FOR GENERAL USE. Only appropriate personnel
will have access to it.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::MCCARTHY "Pat" 15-AUG-1990 11:08:12.70
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: Farrokh Khodadadi.
It appears that not everybody is aware of the situation, so here it
is.
Farrokh has been out on medical leave for over three weeks. He was
rear-ended in his car and hurt his back and neck. He will be back
next monday, in all probability.
However, as you might expect with those types of injuries, he will not
be able to move games or cabinets (in-house or for field test), for
some time to come.
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From: ERNIE::HUBBERSTEY 15-AUG-1990 14:24:45.22
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: HUBBERSTEY
Subj: Missing equipment
**** MISSING !!! **** MISSING !!! **** MISSING !!! **** MISSING !!! ****
Please be on the lookout for our Word Recognizer probe which seems to have
vanished (temporarily I hope). It looks like a 'scope probe plugged into a flat
rectangular box with about 20 wires coming out of it and DIP switches on one
side.
If you find this or know where it is please tell me. Thanks.
Tim Hubberstey, x1789
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From: BERT::LINDA "Evening Receptionist" 15-AUG-1990 17:10:33.28
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: WELCOMING THE NEW RECEPTIONIST
You may have noticed a different lady sitting in the main lobby.(Maybe not)
Well, her name is Regina and if you stopped by and introduced yourself, I'm
sure she would appreciate the gesture.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 15-AUG-1990 20:23:41.97
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: stuff
Would whomever secreted the answering machine in Morgan's area
for safekeeping, please tell me where it is secreted? I tried to move
it to the computer room to ensure its continued operation, only to find
someone had already taken it to a safe place. The machine IS (make that
WAS) being used, and IS needed. Thank you. I already know Cris didn't do it.
Or Carole for that matter. And probably not even Tim. Or Farokh.
Also, since I have the general ear, I've disconnected the printer
known as CAD$PRINT until further notice (don't hold your breath). We had
to get it out of the warehouse, and there is no suitable place to install
it. It is in storage, and will eventually be reconnected in an area somewhat
close to where it is now, once such an area is designated. Until that time,
CAD$PRINT has been glued to DIO$PRINT (look in the printer room for stuff
that used to come out there). For those of you who would use CAD$PRINT if
it still existed, continue to do things the same way, and when it is
reincarnated, everything will work the way you want.
sas
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 16-AUG-1990 09:01:53.40
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: movie
Finally, on that vast wasteland we call television, tonight, channel 2,
8 p.m., it's Al Pacino in ...And Justice for All.
P.S. Last Sunday night there was an excellent movie on the tube; Bette Davis
in "The Letter" made in 1939. Well, once it was a great movie, because
channel 20 showed the new and improved colorized version. Bette Davis'
teeth were blue. I couldn't take it.
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From: GAWD::RAY 16-AUG-1990 16:09:34.84
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: RAY
Subj: New arcade -- Tilt
In case any of you have not heard, there is a huge new arcade at
Vallco Shopping Center (Stevens Creek and Wolfe, Cupertino). It is
located downstairs on the J.C.Penny side, where the food court USED
to be. It has lots of old and new video games, redemption games
(Skee Ball, Big Mouth, Shoot-to-Win), a carousel, a small bumper
car arena, a shooting gallery, kiddy rides, batting cages, pitching
cages, and SR2 (similar to but much smaller than Disneyland's Star
Tours -- several people go in a "spaceship", you watch a movie
while the whole thing moves -- roller coasters, etc. -- 8 tokens
per person). Pizza, corn dogs, ice cream, and party rooms are
coming later. Check it out!!
John
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From: MIKE::HUBBERSTEY 17-AUG-1990 19:33:56.96
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: HUBBERSTEY
Subj: New, improved COSTPL procedure!!
My COSTPL.COM procedure for costing parts lists has been improved as follows
when costing SciCards parts lists with the /SCIPL option:
1. It now asks you if you want to include assembly part numbers when costing.
The default is NO since these assemblies are usually included as complete parts
lists. (Pat requested this option)
2. It now recognizez part numbers based on the following criteria:
- at least 5 digits
- one hyphen
- no more than 3 alphas
- no other special characters
I believe that this should cover all legal Atari part numbers but if it
doesn't, please tell me.
3. It no longer blows up in a nasty fashion if the a part number appears 2 or
more times in the combined parts list. It now totals all occurrences of a part
and combines them into one line.
FUTURE ENHANCEMENTS
- An option for re-costing an existing xx.COSTPERITEM file using current
MANMAN data.
- If one of the standard/current cost columns is zero, the non-zero value will
be substituted and tagged somehow (probably with *).
I am interested in hearing if any of you use this procedure or others that I've
sent out mail about so that I know what level they need to be maintained at. I
am also open to suggestions for any enhancements that you may want.
Tim
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From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 20-AUG-1990 10:44:50.46
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj:
From the soapbox collection:
" Hazards of a traffic light "
One might think of the traffic light as a place where one could take
ones feet off the pedals to relax. A place to meditate for a few moments
and briefly converge with other fellow drivers who are willing to wait
for that beautiful shade of green. One might also find drivers who
don't share the same enthusiasm for the peace and serenity that a traffic
light can offer. One might even get the opportunity to meet such drivers
and exchange personal data with them. But these new acquaintances aren't
the type one would run into again in ones lifetime if one can avoid them.
No, ... such meetings can leave painful impressions that can stay with
you for some time.
How can one avoid such interaction you may ask. Well, I'm not sure if
it's totally possible but I'm going to practice the following:
1. Avoid the open lanes in an intersection. I know it's tempting to drive
on to the open space and assume the pole position, but it's not worth
it. Leave that lane open for the drivers who aren't particular about
traffic signals color codes.
2. Always tow one of those giant spot lights behind your car (the kind
that car dealers use to shine on the sky on special sales and grand
openings).
3. And this one is not all that practical but on some occasions you might
just put the car in park and wait in the sidewalk for the green so if
anyone should rearend your car, you can be a bystandard and act as a
witness in your case.
If you have additional suggestions on ways to avoid rearend collision
at the red light, or would like to warn me on other possible hazards of
the traffic light, please forward your comments to this vax address.
Farrokh
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From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 20-AUG-1990 11:22:58.60
To: OWENS,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: 136077 - HDRACE MEMORY MASTERS
136077 - HARD DRIVIN/RACE MEMORY MASTERS 20-Aug-1990
Page 1
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION
136077-1001 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210R
136077-1002 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200R
136077-1003 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210S
136077-1004 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200S
136077-1005 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210T
136077-1006 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200T
136077-1007 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210U
136077-1008 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200U
136077-1009 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210V
136077-1010 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200V
136077-1011 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210W
136077-1012 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200W
136077-1013 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210X
136077-1014 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200X
136077-1015 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210Y
136077-1016 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200Y
136077-1017 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,45C
136077-1021 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,9/10H
136077-1022 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,10H
136077-1023 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,9/10K
136077-1024 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,10K
136077-1025 IC,PR_GAL,137647-015,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,40B
136077-1026 IC,PR_GAL,137647-015,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,60B
136077-1027 IC,PR_EPROM,137665-1020,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,30J
136077-1028 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-170,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,30F
136077-1029 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-170,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,10F
136077-1030 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-170,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,30E
136077-1031 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-170,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,10E
136077-1032 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,70N
136077-1033 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,45N
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From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 20-AUG-1990 11:35:28.28
To: OWENS,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: 136077 - HD RACE
EE$USERDISK:[Driver.RaceVersions.ROMREVA]AROMREL.DOC lists the following
as "Reserved but not currently used:" but with a -1xxx suffix. Please correct
this to reflect the proper release status (-0xxx) until they are released.
136077-1018 30C 137448-250 (27C512, 250 ns)
136077-1019 20C 137448-250 (27C512, 250 ns)
136077-1020 5C 137448-250 (27C512, 250 ns)
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 21-AUG-1990 08:08:02.57
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: TeeVee
Would you eat a Mystic Pizza? I know I would. Watch tonight on channel
5 at 9 pm, Mystic Pizza starring Julia Roberts.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LINDA "Evening Receptionist" 21-AUG-1990 16:25:14.77
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: MESSAGE
JOAN ALPIN OF MERRITT CALLED AND ASKED THAT YOU RETURN HER CALL,434-0800.
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From: GAWD::MCCARTHY "Pat" 22-AUG-1990 12:46:19.75
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: Arrow electronics / National Semiconductor Book Fair
ARROW ELECTRONICS are interested in putting on a book fair here on behalf
of National Semiconductor. If you are interested please respond TODAY,
to either myself or Ray Sherman.
Tentative time/date is 11.00 am to NOON on Thursday 8/30/90, that is
one week from tomorrow.
Some food and refreshments to be provided.
Please indicate if you would like a presentation on any of the
following topics:
ALS/AS TELECOM LAN/UART DATA_ACQUISITION
EMBEDDED PROC. DRAM_MGT FAST FAST APPS
ECL LOGIC FACT LINEAR GRAPHICS
INTERFACE CMOS LOGIC LINEAR APPS LS/S/TL
DISCRETE MEMORY uCONTROLL PROG LOGIC
RT CLOCK LINEAR SP MASS STOR ASIC
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 22-AUG-1990 13:06:40.82
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: IMI EPROM programmer
1) The IMI gives a bad verify on socket 8...we will send it out for repair
(could be gone 1-4 weeks) unless you all respond saying NO - we need it
here more.
2) Any other problems with the IMI? I have an intermittent report of the IMI
trashing blank EPROM's during the blank-check portion of a prgramming
cycle. Cannot repeat it however.
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From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 22-AUG-1990 14:18:11.98
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj:
If you don't know much about Arium and haven't used it before,
then ignore this message. On the other hand you could help me.
I know that Ariums have some strange characteristics, and I'm
specifically concerned with the basic dos and don'ts when powering
them down and up. In other words they're not as forgiving as AMS
and it's possible to fry them if you don't know what you're doing.
So if you have some basic suggestions I would like to hear from
you.
Thanks
Farrokh
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From: GAWD::BRAD "Get you facts first, then you can distort them as you please" 22-AUG-1990 17:22:56.59
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BRAD
Subj: ham
Is anyone out there a Ham Radio Operator? Or know of a friend
who is? I need to get a message to some friends that should be floating
down around the west coast of Mexico.
Any help would be appreciated!
- brad -
x3788
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From: KIM::PLOTKIN 23-AUG-1990 11:00:09.49
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: FREE portable fridge
Looking for suitable home for portable fridge. Previously housed in
boyfriend's previous camper -- now sits in our bedroom taking up space.
Fridge is white,exterior measuring 21 cubic inches.
It works (we revved it up the other night to make sure) and is yours for
the asking. Just respond to this station or call ext. 3785.
Sharon Plotkin
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 23-AUG-1990 17:54:27.06
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Tomorrow's Hits
Holy Pitfighter! Look at the Ramparts on that stunt track! What's a
helicopter doing in that BMX race? And remember to toss the shoes, not
the horse. Well, those are all yesterday's games from the perspective of a
Brainstorming session. Did I say Brainstorming? Yes indeed. We're having a
true blue knock down slam bam died in the wool Brainstorming session this
Year. The format includes several concurrent in-house sessions on the same
day. This is followed by an off-site session several days later. Off-site
participants will spend 2 days/nights in the ultra-creative environment of
the Santa Cruz Mountains at the Boulder Creek Lodge and Conference Center.
IN-HOUSE SESSION: Tuesday, September 11,1990 (about 2 weeks away)
IN-HOUSE RSVP Due: Thursday, September 6,1990
To RSVP, Send Downend a 10-20 line game idea description.
Off-site session: September 30 - October 2, 1990
Space is limited so only a subset of the in-house participants
will be able to attend the off-site session.
Themes are likely to focus on video, but any ideas for a coin-operated
entertainment product are welcomed and encouraged. Here are several
topics, themes, technologies as food for thought:
- Virtual Reality (vision output & player-motion sensors that simulate
an environment)
- vechicle simulation ( ala Hard Drivin)
- CD ROM
- Growth motion object H/W (allows zoom, cinematic camera effects)
- Digitized graphics, photo-realistic looks
- Movie Themes
- Traditional Themes ( sports, driving, space, kick/punch, walk/shoot)
- Redemption
- Electro-mechanical
- Puzzle solving
- role playing
- Pop Culture themes (TMNT, New Kids OB, Simpsons etc)
- Multi-player (required unless game has the WOW for $.50 play)
- Multi-player networked (multiple screens w/1-2 players per scrn)
***********************************************************************
RSVP by 9/6: send Downend a 10-20 line game idea description.
***********************************************************************
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From: GAWD::SUTTLES "Doctor DCL" 24-AUG-1990 12:32:15.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: Help me, help me!!!!
Could someone explain to me what happens to the little doodads
that convert telephone-style cords to the DB25 connectors commonly found
on computer equipment? We're not talking one lost sock in the dryer, here.
It seems that every time a terminal gets moved, or an AMS, or even
an Arium, the cords and adapters vanish. When we move an AMS, that's $30
in parts. Every time. I really don't begrudge the first set, and even
occaisional replacements seem worthwhile. Cords are sometimes too short (and
then where do they go???) or are strung up on the ceiling and not worth the
effort to get down. Fine. I expect to relace line cords now and again, and not
always have a trade-in. But who is collecting these things? Most of them
have had at least 3 sets made, and some have gone through as many as 8.
By this time, if the parts are being saved for "if I ever get it back,"
I still shouldn't have to make connectors (cords, OK).
A general plea: Unless we are sending the box outside the company
(as in repairs), PLEASE leave all the adapters ON THE BOX. We're talking
terminals, AMS, Ariums, etc. I've been making an effort to screw them on
to help their longevity...and the attachment points have started disappearing
because they get unscrewed. If you're giving up an AMS, for example, the
connectors won't do you any good, and the next guy will really need them,
just as bad as you did. So please, make my job easier, and yours, and even
save the company the cost of quite a few Xerox's.
The soapbox is open. Next?
sas
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 24-AUG-1990 13:39:12.38
To: DENCKER
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: File
The file is in [margolin.race]kit.doc
Jed
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From: MIKE::RSHERMAN 27-AUG-1990 13:38:42.82
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE
CC:
Subj: ARROW/NSC BOOK FAIR
THE ARROW ELECTRINICS/ NATIONAL SEMICONDUCTOR BOOK FAIR WILL BE
PRESENTED IN THE ENGINEERING CONFERENCE ROOM FROM 11-12 A.M. ON
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 6. REPRESENTATIVES WILL BE PRESENT TO ANSWER
QUESTIONS. NSC DATA BOOKS & SOME REFRESHMANTS WILL BE PROVIDED.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE WELCOME.
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From: GAWD::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 27-AUG-1990 17:06:10.95
To: @SM:JUNK
CC:
Subj: ImageWriter II now available to AppleTalk
For all you Appletalk users out there:
There is now an ImageWriter II hooked into the Appletalk network that
all you should be able to print on. It is located in the ASAP development lab
(across from Mike Albaugh's and Jim Morris' offices).
To use, Select the Chooser from the Apple menu on your Mac, then select
the AppleTalk ImageWriter icon (looks like a printer with a wire coming out of
the bottom). The "ASAP lab ImageWriter" should then show up in the upper-right
hand box. Make it highlighted if it isn't already, then select the goaway box
(square in upper left corner of the title bar). Now you can print.
Note: You PacerShare users will probably have to change from EtherTalk to
LocalTalk before doing the above. To do this, Select the Control Panel from
the Apple menu, and choose "Network" from the control panel. A couple of icons
will appear (LocalTalk and EtherTalk and possibly EtherTalk2). Pick the
"built in" icon. Now do the Chooser stuff from above to print. When you are
done printing, be kind to the rest of the users and switch back to EtherTalk
(not EtherTalk 2) EtherTalk icon looks like a pair of arrows pointing in
opposite directions, while the Ethertalk 2 icon is similar, but each arrow has
2 arrowheads instead of one.
If this stuff doesn't work for some reason, let me know and I'll install the
necessary stuff on your Mac.
-- jim
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From: GAWD::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 27-AUG-1990 17:20:08.94
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: New/Improved ATARI$AVL:SEEALL
Introducing the all new and revised ATARI$AVL:SEEALL
SEEALL is a fast, convienient way to get AVL, USAGE, COST, STOCK, WHEREUSED, and
PURCHASE ORDER information about an part. The user may configure SEEALL
to report only those items which are of interest.
SEEALL only works on node MIKE. To use SEEALL, at the system prompt ($) type:
RUN ATARI$AVL:SEEALL
SEEALL will look for a file named SEEALL.INI in your default directory, if it
doesn't exist, SEEALL can create it using user-selectable options.
You can change your default configuration or output-file from within SEEALL by
entering the word SETUP or OUTPUT at the "Atari Part Number [EXIT]:" prompt.
You can also define a logical word in your LOGIN.COM to run SEEALL, such as:
SEEALL :==$ATARI$AVL:SEEALL
this would allow you to use several different config files with SEEALL by
entering:
SEEALL [config-file]
at the system prompt ($).
If you want to create or modify your own config files, the syntax is simple,
just enter the options you want, in any order, at the left margin of your
ASCII config file, leaving the remainder of the line blank.
Your choices are:
USAGE lists the parts current period usage (6/1/89-TODAY)
VENDORS lists the approved vendors for the part
STOCK stock status
WHEREUSED [n] the parts where-used report
PO [n] purchase orders for the part
where n = the maximum iterations of the function you wish to have performed,
the default is to list all WHEREUSED or PO references.
Blank lines or lines not containing a valid option are ignored.
here's a sample config file to show a little of everything;
USAGE
VENDORS
STOCK
WHEREUSED 3
PO 2
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From: BERT::LOIS 28-AUG-1990 11:45:15.66
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE, @SYS$MAIL:ANIMATORS
CC: LOIS
Subj: Supplies, Vacation
I am about to place another order for office supplies. If you have noticed we
are out of something you need please send me a message and your request will be
added to the list.
I will be on vacation the week of Sept. 3-7. If you need to set up meetings,
have things distributed, etc. please contact me by this Friday. Karen Graham
will be handling the adminstrative duties while I am away.
STATUS REPORT PEOPLE ONLY: PLEASE BE ON YOUR BEST BEHAVIOR AND HAND IN YOUR
REPORTS TO KAREN ON TIME! THANKS
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From: MIKE::RSHERMAN 28-AUG-1990 12:15:05.64
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE
CC:
Subj: ARROW/NSC "BOOK FAIR" - REVISED DATE/INFO
THIS SUPERCEDES ANY/ALL PREVIOUS NOTICES ON THIS SUBJECT.
THE ARROW ELECTRONICS / NATIONAL SEMICONDUCTOR "BOOK FAIR" WILL BE PRESENTED
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 13 FROM 11-12 AM IN THE ENGINEERING CONFERENCE ROOM.
ARROW/NSC REPRESENTATIVES WILL BE AVAILABLE TO ANSWER QUESTIONS.
NSC DATA BOOKS & REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE WELCOME !!
FOR FURTHER INFO OR COMMENTS CONTACT ME AT X1751.
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From: ERNIE::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 29-AUG-1990 13:00:24.28
To: @SM:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: PBCONVERT
Greetings PBCONVERT users,
I am rewriting PBCONVERT from FORTRAN to C and need your help. There
are now 23 formats supported by PBCONVERT, and I'd like to prune away the
obsolete ones.
Please send me a list of the formats you use, or think should be retained.
Those formats not listed by anyone will not make the transition to the new
version. I am in the process of testing formats I know are needed, so don't
delay.
The new C version will be available on the VAX, the UNIX systems and the PC.
-- jim
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From: GAWD::COMSTOCK 29-AUG-1990 13:39:57.46
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Muchas Gracias AMIGA
Who in the audience is Amiga-knowledgeable?
The Animation Dept. has set up Rob Rowe's Amiga in Will Noble's
ofice to test out a new piece of Disney animation software, but
the machine is being somewhat recalcitrant (memory and hard disk
problems). Any experienced advice/assistance would be appreciated.
Sam Comstock
x3790
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From: GAWD::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 29-AUG-1990 18:02:08.90
To: @SM:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: New CELPROCESS
I put a new version of CELPROCESS in UTL$PPS:. The one minor change is
the addition of a /COLON command that appends a colon to labels in .ASM
files. This is for use with the UNIX assembler.
Any other wierdness is unintentional.
-- jim
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From: CHARM::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 29-AUG-1990 19:16:15.67
To: MARGOLIN
CC: BIKE
Subj: Self test change.
Jed,
The one line change I was refering to is in [bike.cycle.stest]gsptst.asm.
I went looking for remaining data which wasn't in those ROMs. I didn't
find any which overflowed into the last pair of 512's. So, I repeated the
test by filling RAM with 0's, checking that their checksums were indeed
0000, and running selftest. Only this time when I flipped the selftest
switch to gamemode, the game came up. Farrokh had to leave. We'll try
it again tomorrow afternoon.
Bonnie
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From: GAWD::RAMPART 30-AUG-1990 11:41:22.58
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: rampart fans!
We're trying to exercise the stats on Rampart, so please come and play
early and often! Please note on the pad provided when you add coins
and please DON'T reset the system or go into self-test...
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 31-AUG-1990 18:20:11.21
To: SMITH,MOORE,STEWART
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: DSK Boards
According to my records we have kept a total of six DSK Boards. Please
advise if your records do not agree.
I will be on vacation so send all pertinent information to Rick Moncrief.
Jed
cc: Rich Moore
Bob Stewart
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From: GAWD::SHEPPERD 4-SEP-1990 11:56:53.53
To: @SMEE
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: Hey, let's do lunch
In case you didn't know, Jim Morris has accepted a position with (believe
it or not) Sho-Graphics. His last day is tomorrow 9/5. I thought we'd
have a lunch in the common area with some Togo's sandwiches and drinks.
Please reply to this address if you interested in joining the festivities.
ds
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From: CHARM::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 4-SEP-1990 15:07:38.58
To: MOORE,RAY,DOWNEND,TAKAICHI,FUJIHARA,BENZLER,MONCRIEF,WEST,CAMERON,MARGOLIN,JANG,AKNIN,LICHAC
CC: BIKE
Subj: Review
CYCLOTRON Pre-Focus Review
When: TOMORROW Wednesday, Sept 5, 2:00pm
Where: We'll meet first in the Cyclotron Lab
and then move to the Executive Conference
Room.
Please RSVP to this VAXmail address.
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From: GAWD::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 5-SEP-1990 10:34:30.04
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: SEEALL and SEEAVL
By popular demand... ATARI$AVL:SEEAVL and ATARI$AVL:SEEALL have been modified
to not show DISQUALIFIED manufacturers part numbers. The information is still
maintained, it's just not shown in these programs. This should reduce the
amount of information writen to your screens, eliminate possible confusion,
and lessen those frantic pushes of your NO SCROLL button.
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From: GAWD::SHEPPERD 5-SEP-1990 11:08:59.07
To: @SMEE
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: Lunch time...
For those of you attending Morris's lunch, the food will be here
between 12:15 and 12:30 (I hope).
ds
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From: BERT::MORRIS 5-SEP-1990 14:23:49.61
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Bi Bi
Well Its time for me to go!!
Thanks to all of you for making the past 7 years so much fun.
I wish you all the best and keep turning out those killer games.
See you around, and keep in touch.
Jim.
(xxx) xxx-xxxx (Home)
(xxx) xxx-xxxx (Work as of 9/6/90)
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From: GAWD::COMSTOCK 5-SEP-1990 15:48:38.41
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: New Animator: Sean Murphy
I'm happy to introduce a new animator, hired to fill the
opening left by Deborah Short.
His name is SEAN MURPHY and he comes from San Francisco and
Indianapolis, Indiana, and Dublin, Ireland (in reverse order). His
previous experience is in the world of advertising as well as animation,
and he has won awards for his artwork and animated films. He'll be working
in Deborah's office (next to Lyle's). Feel free to stop by and say hello.
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From: MIKE::ATKINSON 6-SEP-1990 08:10:25.60
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK,ATKINSON
CC:
Subj: WOMENS LA GEAR TENNIS SHOES
FOR SALE WOMENS L.A. GEAR TENNIS SHOES 20.00 BRAND NEW!!
WHITE WITH PINK AND BLACK TRIM, BLACK SHOE LACES IF INTERESTED PLEASE
CALL EXT. 3922 ASK FOR KAREN OR GINA
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From: MIKE::ATKINSON 6-SEP-1990 09:01:30.38
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK,ATKINSON
CC:
Subj: L.A. GEAR WOMENS TENNIS SHOES
OOPS SO SORRY I FORGOT THE SIZE "7"
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From: BERT::GRAHAM 6-SEP-1990 09:15:21.31
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: LOST GAME
Anyone out there know the whereabouts of a
Klax countertop game??? Two were sent to the
ACME show but now we can only find one. If you
have any clues where the other one might be please
let me know ASAP!!!! (It's needed for AMOA)
Thanks,
Karen Graham ext. 3738
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From: ERNIE::RAY 6-SEP-1990 11:05:29.97
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: RAY
Subj: PC utility to shut off NUMLOCK
For PC users:
Some PCs power on with NUMLOCK on. If this annoys you, you can
download [ray]lockkey2.com and call it from your autoexec.bat.
LOCKKEY2.DOC -- a couple sentences of documentation
LOCKKEY2.DBG -- the file I typed in (from PC World)
LOCKKEY2.COM -- the executable file
You can also turn on or off Capslock and Scrollock with this
file.
John
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 6-SEP-1990 16:47:57.37
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Brainstorming Update
REMINDER: Tommorow (Friday) is the deadline for RSVPing to the In-house
Brainstorming session....
**************************************************************************
Here are the details (again) plus a revision to some of the dates:
We're having a Brainstorming session this Year. The format includes several
concurrent in-house sessions on the same day. This is followed by an off-site
session several days later. Off-site participants will spend 2 days/nights in
the ultra-creative environment of the Santa Cruz Mountains at the Boulder Creek
Lodge and Conference Center.
IN-HOUSE SESSION: Thursday, September 13,1990 (1 week away)
IN-HOUSE RSVP Due: FRIDAY, September 7, 1990
To RSVP, Send Downend a 10-20 line game idea description.
Off-site session: October 14 thru October 16, 1990
Space is limited so only a subset of the in-house participants
will be able to attend the off-site session.
Themes are likely to focus on video, but any ideas for a coin-operated
entertainment product are welcomed and encouraged. Here are several
topics, themes, technologies as food for thought:
- Virtual Reality (vision output & player-motion sensors that simulate
an environment)
- vechicle simulation ( ala Hard Drivin)
- CD ROM
- Growth motion object H/W (allows zoom, cinematic camera effects)
- Digitized graphics, photo-realistic looks
- Movie Themes
- Traditional Themes (sports, driving, space, kick/punch, walk/shoot)
- Redemption
- Electro-mechanical
- Puzzle solving
- role playing
- Pop Culture themes (TMNT, New Kids OB, Simpsons etc)
- Multi-player (required unless game has the WOW for $.50 play)
- Multi-player networked (multiple screens w/1-2 players per scrn)
***********************************************************************
RSVP by 9/7 @ 5PM: send Downend a 10-20 line game idea description.
***********************************************************************
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 7-SEP-1990 11:59:33.27
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Taito's Air Inferno
* You can see a video tape of Taito's Air Inferno in the Central Conf. room.
* It's a very good polygon hardware with a helicopter fire-fight theme.
* Please minimize rewinds, slow scans, etc. since the tape is a VHS-C inside
an expander cartridge so the tape is all pulled out on several rollers...
* You have to put up with serious sync bars since they update they screen
much slower than 60HZ.
* Toward the end of this 20 minute tape, I took a quick walking tour of
the Tilt arcade at Fashion Island, San Mateo - it's a beautiful arcade.
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From: BERT::FRYE 7-SEP-1990 15:46:30.12
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: WATER......
PLEASE NOTE....THE WATER FOR BUILDING 675 WILL BE TURNED OFF AT 7AM
MONDAY MORNING, 9/10, FOR APPROX. ONE HOUR. THANKS, BOB
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From: BIB::SHEPPERD 10-SEP-1990 11:26:20.01
To: BEHENSKY,MOTT,DURFEY,MONCRIEF,MARGOLIN
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: I sucked this off the net this morn...
Path: dms!motcsd!apple!fernwood!portal!cup.portal.com!spage
From: spage@cup.portal.com (S spage Page)
Newsgroups: rec.games.video
Subject: Hard Drivin' sequel! (arcade)
Message-ID: <33653@cup.portal.com>
Date: 8 Sep 90 10:38:14 GMT
References: <7231@milton.u.washington.edu>
Organization: The Portal System (TM)
Lines: 85
I hadn't been to the local arcade for a few weeks... from afar the excitement
mounted as I saw a yellow cabinet next to Hard Drivin'... sure enough,
"Race Drivin'" is out. This is a sequel to Hard Drivin', the ultimate road
racing simulator from Atari Games.
You can choose the original classic course, a rallycross course, or a Super
stunt course. The rallycross course is very short, and seems kinda dull.
You drive around on a flat course with marker cones (which I think make a
"squop" sound if you hit them). There are some barricades, but I couldn't
smash through them.
The Super stunt course is wild. It starts with a banked turn, then you
cruise up into a vast bleak green mountain, which the road winds around.
Fortunately there are no other cars on this track. There are some very
sharp (40 mph) corners, but unlike on the flat where running wide just
slows you down, on the mountain you drift outta line and . . . . your
clothes would be out of fashion before you hit the bottom [[I stole this
quote from a "car" magazine article about rallying with Stig Blomqvist]].
And if you nose into the mountain, the car does a Euclid-defying instant
flip and you're falling. . . . . There are two cows by the road you can
crush, some more turns, then it's a steep descent off the mountain. You
can really build up speed. Next up is a split jump. There's one take-off
ramp, but two landing ramps, one for 90mph, the other for 115 or so. It's
really hard to land on the fast ramp.... more spectacular crashes.
Then a really steeply banked turn. The transitions coming into and out of
this are so abrupt that they usually pitch your car right over. . . . but
as in the original, the car often bobs to the ground unhurt.
You've been on the track for 2 1/2 minutes, but there's more to come.
Zoom past SAM'S Bar, and into a huge loop with an inverted jump in the
middle (i.e. the top of the loop is missing). This is spectacular to see
in the distance, but not very exciting for the driver. You just don't
feel like you're flying upside down. Time to license the Sega spinning
ride technology...
There's more. You blast into a double loop which corkscrews off to the left,
just like a roller coaster ride. It's one lane with no guard rails, so one
false move and you are flying. . . The feeling of the suspension and steering
going through this is glorious.
Continuing the roller coaster theme, there's a near vertical climb to a flat
area, and then an immediate sheer drop. The drop is so steep you lose contact
with the ground. If you ever wondered what it's like to drive a Ferrari F40
off a cliff, check it out. I stalled the car and restarted it as I hurtled
to earth.
Then there's a tunnel. But I have no idea what happens in the tunnel. I
think it's the last thing on the course, according to the map. No one got
that far all evening.
You get to pick your car from an auto sportster, a manual sportster, a manual
roadster (no top) and a manual speedster. I think the sportster is the
car from Hard Drivin'. I *think* the roadster is lighter, more nervous
handling, but I might be imagining it.
As well as the three courses, there were some other courses for "duels"
which were crossed out on the unit I tried. I think that if an arcade
has two of these, you can race a friend. This should be great for setting
up incredible crashes, like two cars smashing in mid air, or one landing on
top of another.
As you can tell, I think this is a sensational game, well worth a $. I have
some questions about the world it presents. Is there anything interesting
to do on the rallycross track? What's the best car for the Super stunt track?
What's the multicolored building added to the original track from Hard
Drivin? Are there any secret sounds to be made? Can you drive into any of
the buildings in this game (e.g. the bar, the service station, etc.). If
anyone has some spectacular crashes, let me know. If anyone has tips for
getting onto the fast jump ramp, or for making it through the second banked
turn without flipping, please let me know. What happens in the tunnel?
I know some people from Atari Games read this group. First, congratulations
on a stunning, sensational, fabulous game. Did you drive cars through loops
and across ramps at 115 mph to get the game right?
I wish there was a way to make the instant replay show more time. Many of
the crashes take 10 or more seconds before impact, so the replay just shows
a car spinning out of control in space.
Bicycle in real life, Race Drivin' at 7 miles per gallon in fantasy life --
take that Saddam!
=S Page
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From: BERT::FRYE 10-SEP-1990 13:10:18.59
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: 675 WATER SHUTDOWN
THE SHUTDOWN HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY 9/11 @7 AM. BOB
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From: BERT::BROWN 10-SEP-1990 15:51:43.92
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: ANOTHER ATARI STAR IS BORN
MITCHELL DEAN MADE HIS DEBUT BY SCHEDULED BIRTH (CESAREAN SECTION) ON FRIDAY,
SEPTEMBER 7, AT 12:43 P.M. HE WEIGHED IN AT 7-LBS 2-OZ, AND IS 19-INCHES LONG.
LITTLE MITCH AND HIS MOTHER, YVETTE, ARE DOING FINE.
SANDI
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 11-SEP-1990 14:41:08.70
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Brainstroming
...and the Brainstorming juggernaut rolls on.
Here is an update and revision on our Brainstoming plans:
In-house Brainstorming: Wednesday, 9/19/90 (postponed one week)
1:30 to 5:30 PM
various locales around 675.
Off-site Brainstorming: Sun-Tues, 10/14 - 10/16/90
Boulder Creek Golf & Country Club
I will accept RSVP's for the in-house session up through Thurs. 9/13/90.
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From: GAWD::RALSTON 12-SEP-1990 13:42:45.93
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: A's GAME TOMORROW
SEVERAL TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE TO JOIN THE ATARI CROWD AT
TOMORROW (THURSDAY) NIGHT'S GAME BETWEEN THE BACK-TO-BACK-WORLD-
CHAMPIONSHIP-BOUND OAKLAND A's AND THE MINNESOTA TWINKIES. MANY
OF US WILL BE CONGREGATING EARLY FOR A PRE-GAME TAILGATE PARTY,
PROBABLY BETWEEN 5 AND 5:30. GAMETIME IS AT 7:05.
PLEASE RESPOND A.S.A.P. IF INTERESTED IN JOINING THE FUN, OR IF
YOU KNOW OF ANYONE INTERESTED.
TICKETS ARE $7.00 EACH. (YOU CAN PITCH IN SOME EXTRA MONEY IF
YOU WOULD LIKE FOR US TO PROVIDE YOUR PRE-GAME MEAL.)
DR (EXT. 1721)
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From: MIKE::HOBGOOD 12-SEP-1990 14:53:03.64
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: outlet shopping
Are you interested in going on a "Bargain Hunter Express Shopping
Safari ? If so mark your calendar for Nov. 3 and make your
reservations now! (This will give you a headstart on your Holiday
shopping)
Guided tour transportation is $19-payable at the time you make your
reservation-and will include coffee in the morning, wine in the
afternoon and some coupons to use that day.
Flyers will be posted to choose our 5-6 stops-suggestions are
welcome.
Bring a friend or two. This is not restricted to women only....
men are welcome.
To make your reservation or for more information please see me.
Loraine
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From: CHARM::MILTY 12-SEP-1990 15:46:37.31
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: BUCKWHEAT ZYDECO
I HAVE A TICKET (GENERAL ADMISSION) FOR BUCKWHEAT ZYDECO AT THE
VILLA MONTALVO THIS SUNDAY AFTERNOON 2:00.
IF YOU'VE NEVER BEEN TO THE VILLA'S OUTDOOR AFFAIRS TRY THIS ONE.
THE DOOR PRICE OF TICKETS IS $20....BEST OFFER BY 5:00 TOMORROW
CAN HAVE THIS TICKET....THE BOX OFFICE DOESN'T EXPECT A SELL OUT
SO ANY ADDITIONAL TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE . ALL SEATS ARE GEN. ADMISSION.
REPLY THIS ADDRESS,..OR ...CALL MILTY 3742
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From: MIKE::RSHERMAN 13-SEP-1990 09:36:44.40
To: @SYS$MAIL:HARDWARE
CC:
Subj: ARROW/NSC BOOK FAIR
REMINDER - THE BOOK FAIR IS TODAY AT 11 AM IN THE ENGINEERING CONF. RM.
COMPLETE WITH REPS & CHOW !!!! Y'ALL COME, Y'HEAR !!!
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From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 13-SEP-1990 12:34:42.03
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Tix
***********************FOR SALE!!!!!!!*************************
I have two tickets to the Renaissance Pleasure Faire to be used at
your convenience. I think the faire runs starting this weekend until about
the 7th of October. I can give you the great deal of $10.50 each (they are
14.50 at the door). Let me know if your interested.
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 13-SEP-1990 16:04:58.83
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Competitor game
Capcom's MAGIC SWORD is up and running in the common area - Minh just
installed this KIT in a family cabinet. MAry says it is earning very
well...I have heard comments like, "nothing new or exciting, just good
gameplay"...
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From: GAWD::RAY 14-SEP-1990 13:05:18.52
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: RAY
Subj: Babysitter or Phil Collins ticket
My wife and I were planning on seeing Phil Collins this coming
Tuesday, Sept. 18 at Shoreline at 8pm. Our babysitter just bailed out.
If you know someone who:
a) would like to babysit two kids (ages 5 & 8) from
6pm-12midnight for $20
or
b) would like to buy a "lawn seeting" ticket for about
$24 (or best offer)
then please REPLY ASAP.
Thanks!!
John
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 18-SEP-1990 08:51:05.36
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: It's really boring out here in VAXland
What do dyslexic agnostic insomniacs do?
Lay awake at night and wonder if there really is a dog.
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From: CHARM::LOGG 18-SEP-1990 09:25:27.84
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Magazine or CD orders
Cupertino Jr. High is having a fund raising event. This year they
are again offering magazine subscriptions and CD/cassettes/records. For
example, check out some of these prices:
TV Guide 52 issues $37.44
Time 45 issues $29.95
MacUser 12 issues $14.95
MacWorld 12 issues $15.00
PC Magazine 18 issues $19.97
PC Computing 12 issues $14.97
Stop by my lab for a complete listing. Stop by TODAY! Renewals
are accepted too.
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From: BIB::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 19-SEP-1990 15:15:13.88
To: @SM:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: RADMOD bug fixes
I put a new version of RADMOD into UTL$EXE:. This version fixes a bug during cropping
of RAD files. It should also fix errors occuring when reading in any RAD file (Internal
error radvar length 838 not 1024 was the errror). Enjoy.
-- jim
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From: KIM::MCNAMARA 20-SEP-1990 12:04:05.68
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: MCNAMARA
Subj: RGB to NTSC decoder board
There is an RGB to NTSC decoder board that can be used to record the
color video from game boards to a vcr. If you would like to see it working, it
is in Farrohk's area connected to a Batman board. If you would like one for your
project please reply to this vaxmail ASAP, I will be ordering some later today.
The cost for each kit is $40.
Glenn.
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From: ERNIE::BRAD "Gentlemen, we are surrounded by insurmountable opportunities (POGO)" 20-SEP-1990 14:32:38.67
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BRAD
Subj: JUST BAKED!
I just had two delicious chocolate chip cookies, and yes and they were
baked right here in our own cafeteria. As you know I'm not one that
would get on the computer wires and commend our cafeteria staff about their
food, but I must say these were pretty darn good!
Get 'em while they last.
and make sure and tell 'em brad sent ya....
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::BRAD "Gentlemen, we are surrounded by insurmountable opportunities (POGO)" 20-SEP-1990 14:34:04.63
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BRAD
Subj: JUST BAKED!
I just had two delicious chocolate chip cookies, and yes and they were
baked right here in our own cafeteria. As you know I'm not one that
would get on the computer wires and commend our cafeteria staff about their
food, but I must say these were pretty darn good!
Get 'em while they last.
and make sure and tell 'em brad sent ya....
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::DURFEY 20-SEP-1990 15:54:05.71
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Photography
Interested in filling in the skill gaps in your photography?
Whether it be technical or artistic skills, you can improve the quality of your
images by attending specialized photographic workshops designed for landscape,
travel and wildlife photographers of ALL skill levels. Workshops are offered
by well published Barbara Brundege who has been teaching workshops for years
through the university extentions system and other institutions. A complete
Fall-Winter schedule is available. I will post one in the cafeteria and copies
are on my desk.
See me for details...
Erik
x1755
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::RALSTON 21-SEP-1990 08:33:12.43
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: SINCERE THANKS
WHOEVER YOU MAY BE, THANKS SO MUCH FOR HELPING YOURSELF TO THAT ITEM THAT
USED TO BE IN MY REFRIGERATOR. SURE HOPE YOU ENJOYED IT.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::RALSTON 21-SEP-1990 11:26:01.79
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: RAMPART PLAYERS NEEDED
We would like to get some play-testing and feedback on the
1-player game. Please take some time to try the latest version
today on any of the units---in the common area or the "fridge"
cube---and let us know any comments. Thanks.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BIB::SHEPPERD 25-SEP-1990 11:39:34.45
To: @SYS$MAIL:KIM_USERS,@SYS$MAIL:CHARM_USERS
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: KIM gets new guts
The only constant here at Atari, is change...
Beginning the first week in October (next week in case you're not looking):
CHARM will be history. KIM will have been reincarnated as a new micro-vax 3800.
It'll have 48Mb of memory and except for a disk, a 9-track tape drive and an
ethernet interface, it'll have no other peripherals. A microvax 3800 is rated at
3.8 times that of a 780, which is what old KIM and CHARM are. I believe this
may improve the VAX responsiveness somewhat.
All the terminals, printers, devsys's, etc. that were connected directly to KIM
or CHARM instead will be plugged into what is known as a "terminal server". The
terminal server plugs into the ethernet thereby giving all engineering terminals
a "soft" connection to any Vax or Unix system on the ethernet. You will need
to know how to use the server, so I recommend you read the file
DOK:TERMINAL_SERVER.DOC
I'd have mailed it, but I wanted to keep this message short and to the point.
ds
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::SHEPPERD 25-SEP-1990 12:06:34.40
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: System down time
We are going to do some major work in the computer room this coming weekend.
This involves recabling terminal, power and network connections. As a result,
ALL of the systems will be down ALL day saturday (9/29) and very probably
all day sunday too.
The biggest job for us is the removal of the two older engineering Vaxes and the
re-installation of a new one. In an effort to see to it that the engineering
computers are up and running monday morning 10/1, I will need to take them down
friday evening. The following schedule approximates what will be available:
Before After
5pm 5pm
System 9/28 9/28 9/29 9/30 10/1
------ ----- ----- ----- ----- -----
MIKE Up Up Down Down Up
ERNIE Up Up Down Down Up
BERT Up Up Down Down Up
SANDY Up Up Down Down Up
ICY Up Up Down Down Up
GAWD Up Up Down Down Up
KIM Up Down Down Down Up
CHARM Up r.i.p. ----------------------->
BIB Up r.i.p. ----------------------->
I can't guarantee that this schedule will be followed exactly and I don't
want to cripple our efforts by promising much more than the systems
will be up on 10/1/90.
ds
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::GRAHAM 25-SEP-1990 13:34:49.37
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: RADIO SHACK CATALOG
Ken Hata is desperately looking for a
Radio Shack catalog. If you have one he
can borrow please give him a call at x3730.
Thanks.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BROWN 25-SEP-1990 19:20:46.02
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: PARTY TIME!
TO CELEBRATE THE BIG SUCCESS OF "PIT FIGHTER", THERE WILL BE A COMPANY WIDE BAR
BQ ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, STARTING AT 1:00 P.M. LET'S HOPE THE WEATHER HOLDS
OUT BECAUSE IT WILL BE HELD ON THE PATIO OF 675. BUT AGAIN, IF IT RAINS WHO
CARES. WE WILL JUST PARTY, WET. ATARI WILL FURNISH THE MAIN COURSE, BUT WE
ARE REQUESTING THAT EMPLOYEES (EITHER INDIVIDUALLY OR BY DEPARTMENT) BRING
DESSERTS AND SNACKS. PLEASE COORDINATE YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS THROUGH YOUR
FRIENDLY DEPARTMENT SECRETARY.
WE ARE ASKING YOUR COOPERATION ON THE FOLLOWING TWO MATTERS. THE BAR BQ WON'T
START UNTIL 1:00, SO PLEASE WORK THROUGH YOUR NORMAL NOON LUNCH HOUR.
SECONDLY, BEER AND WINE WILL ONLY BE SERVED FROM 3:30 TIL 4:30.
UNTIL THEN.........
SANDI
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From: BERT::OPERATOR "Receptionist/Operator" 26-SEP-1990 10:24:23.76
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
To: Everyone
Subject: Message
From: Sophie (Cafeteria)
There are fresh homemade cookies ready to serve. There are chocolate
chip cookies with pecans or without.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::EVELYN 26-SEP-1990 15:27:29.31
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: A missing review copy
Has anybody out there seen Erick Durphy's Race Drivin' Kit manual review copy by any chance?
I was working on it before lunch and now I can't locate it anywhere. If you've seen it
please call Mary Sumner at X3722.
Thank You
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::BRAD "Gentlemen, we are surrounded by insurmountable opportunities (POGO)" 26-SEP-1990 17:06:47.59
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: PC books
I loaned 2 PC books (on programming the PC) to someone and I need them
back. The problem is I can't remember who has them. If you have them
please contact me.
Thanks
- brad -
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "Receptionist/Operator" 27-SEP-1990 09:53:53.26
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: message
Jed,
Please call Joan from Merrit at 434-0800.She called at 9:38 am.
Thanks,
Tina
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LOIS 27-SEP-1990 09:58:33.46
To: @SYS$MAIL:MOOREGANG
CC: LOIS
Subj: Potluck
If you are stuck as to what appetizer and or dessert you would like to bring
for tomorrow's potluck then maybe I've got a deal for you. For only a nominal
fee you can be a participant in buying a yummy sheet cake which someone else
will not only order but also schlep to the party. Such a deal! So let me know
if you are interested - preferably by early afternoon.
Lois
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::DOWNEND 27-SEP-1990 11:06:14.12
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Who He said He was...
A man called Jesus really walked on this earth. It's a fact. He made some
amazing claims about the secret and meaning of life here on earth. Either he
was a raving lunatic or he was who he said he was. You owe to yourself to check
it out. We are embarking on a weekly study of the Gospel of John. This book of
the Bible focuses on the ministry of Jesus and serves as an exellent, (and
intense) introduction to Jesus Christ. We meet every Thursday at 12 Noon in
the Central Confernece Room. Bring your lunch.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 27-SEP-1990 11:33:15.93
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
SLOW DOWN on your way out to lunch. Lookout for speed traps
around Mccarthy.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OWENS 27-SEP-1990 11:53:06.73
To: @SYS$MAIL:MOOREGANG
CC:
Subj: Missing Current Gun
All right!! Come clean!! Who has the Bell clamp on current gun????
I know one of ya borrowed it, I just can't remember which one. If not
returned to Component Eng. by noon we will start a lab by lab, cubical by
cubical, office by office search!! I need not have to mention what will happen
to the offender once caught!!!
RLO
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::FUJIHARA 27-SEP-1990 13:59:20.03
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: FUJIHARA
Subj: COMPETITOR GAMES
Two new Sega pieces look interesting, as seen in new European trade mag:
1. GP Rider - 2 monitor motorcycle racing game. Plays like many of their
other racing games with very little new or exciting. Supposedly getting
good word of mouth over in Europe. This was testing in upright version
at Milpitas Golfland last week and may still be there. Advertisement show
(shows) a cabinet with two motorbike seat units (similar to Four Trax seats).
2. Ghost Hunter - Another 2-monitor game but this one has an interesting
twist....the monitors are superimposed and accomodates 3 players (2 seated
and one standing in middle). The superimposed monitors are suppose to give
a good 3D effect.
Also heard from the field that Namco may be showing a Rolling
Thunder II at Jamma.
Mary
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::LINDA "Evening Receptionist" 27-SEP-1990 23:17:18.83
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: QUARTERLY CLEANING
THE CARPETS WILL BE STEAM-CLEANED THIS WEEKEND. THIS WILL TAKE ALL OF SAT & SUN.
ALL OF THE CARPETS IN THE COMMON AREAS WILL BE CLEANED. NO OFFICES WILL BE
SHAMPOOED. PLEASE TRY TO STAY OUT OF THE BLDG FOR THE ENTIRE WEEKEND.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
YOUR FRIENDLY FACILITIES MGR
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "Receptionist/Operator" 28-SEP-1990 15:15:38.84
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: CALENDAR ORDERS
I haven't received the calender orders from some of the departments.
Please fill it up right away so that I can present it to our
vendor by next week.
Thank You,
Dennis Nale
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "Receptionist/Operator" 28-SEP-1990 17:24:04.62
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: ACCIDENT ALERT
THERE IS A MAJOR INCIDENT ON 101 NORTHBOUND. THIS BEGAN AT APPROXIMATELY
5:00. THERE WERE SEVEN CHP'S ENROUTE. JUST A WARNING.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::LICHAC 1-OCT-1990 09:50:34.99
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: SNEEZING
CAN ANYONE OUT THERE IN VAXLAND RECOMMEND A GOOD ALLERGIST?
THANKS JERRY X3741
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::RAY 1-OCT-1990 10:03:21.81
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE.DIS
CC: RAY
Subj: Party in common area -- right now!!
This new computer is so fast, I had to see if I could slow it down!
Actually, if you are able, please come help put the common area
back together -- 10:00 to 10:15.
Thanks!!
John
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::RAY 1-OCT-1990 12:03:57.72
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,HINDORFF,STEWART,BRESHEARS,SMITH,FREITAS,BRYANT
CC: RAY
Subj: Walkabout Friday -- 10/5/90 -- 3:30 - 5:00
This Friday is Walkabout Friday (tm)!!
This Friday's special event will be hosted by Bonnie Smithson.
Prepare yourself for some healthy, yet tasty munchies!
The festivities will begin at 3:30 in the Alpha, Nu, and
Omega labs in Engineering. Please come by the labs, sample the
munchies, play the games, and give your feedback (positive and
negative).
Friday, Oct. 5, 1990
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Alpha, Nu, Omega Labs
John
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::PLOTKIN 1-OCT-1990 13:19:16.64
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: tvtalk
Did any of you loyal PBS viewers out there in Vaxland happen to tape
the block feed of the "Monacled Mutineer", which aired this past Sunday
afternoon? I've again managed to miss the last episode.
Oh, the woes of serial television
Sharon
#3785
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 1-OCT-1990 13:32:33.21
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: I have needs too
I need a copy of last weeks Mike Wallace TV special.
I need magazine photos of Jesse Helms.
Can anyone out there help me out?
Thanks
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::SHEPPERD 2-OCT-1990 11:06:24.29
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: DIO and IMI
Even more changes.
If you haven't noticed, the IMI and DIO have moved to the cubicle closest
to the coffee station. There's a 3D cad station in that cube too.
All 3 DIO's and the IMI and their respective terminals are connected to
the terminal server. This means they can be operated from any Vax and are
therefore "connected" the vax that you login to. Otherwise, they ought
to behave the same as before.
ds
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OWENS 2-OCT-1990 15:06:42.23
To: MARGOLIN,OWENS
CC:
Subj: Race Driving Aromrel.doc
Jed,
I need to get a copy of Race Driving Aromrel.doc. I checked in
both [driving.raceversions.romreva] and [driving.raceversions.romrevb]
and don't see the file. I looked at the versions.doc file, but it's not
the one I need. Can you help?
RLO
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::MARGOLIN 2-OCT-1990 17:36:18.63
To: OWENS
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: AROMREL.DOC
I moved AROMREL.DOC to [DRIVER.RACEVERSIONS]AROMREL.DOC
The other choices were:
Have a different AROMREL.DOC in each ROMREV_ directory
or
Remember to put the same AROMREL.DOC in each directory each
time it was changed.
AROMREL.DOC contains all ROMs released for that project.
I also keep a copy of it in my directory [MARGOLIN.RACE].
Jed
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BENZLER "Linda Benzler, extension 3750" 2-OCT-1990 17:48:58.83
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BENZLER
Subj: WANTED: WARLORDS GAME
I received a call today from a local Warlords fan who would like to
find a game to purchase. If you have a Warlords game and would like
to sell it, you can contact Steve Moser directly at (xxx) xxx-xxxx.
I have no further information regarding the price he is willing to pay
or anything else. The fireball is in your court, you can catch it or
put up your shield.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BROWN 2-OCT-1990 18:30:45.76
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: PROMOTIONS
CONGRATULATIONS ARE IN ORDER FOR TWO OF OUR MOST DESERVING EMPLOYEES.
BRAD FULLER HAS BEEN PROMOTED TO MANAGER OF AUDIO DEVELOPMENT. BRAD STARTED
HIS CAREER AT ATARI IN 1982 AS A SOUND ENGINEER IN THE HOME COMPUTER DIVISION.
HE WAS THE FIRST EMPLOYEE HIRED EXCLUSIVELY FOR AUDIO DEVELOPMENT. BRAD
TRANSFERRED TO THE COIN-OP DIVISION IN JUNE OF 1983 AND IN SEPTEMBER HE WAS
PROMOTED TO THE NEWLY CREATED POSITION OF SUPERVISOR, COIN-OP AUDIO GROUP.
HE TOOK OVER RESPONSIBILITY OF ALL COIN-OP AUDIO EFFORTS WHICH REQUIRED
SIGNIFICANT SKILL AND CREATIVITY.
DURING THE PAST SEVEN YEARS, THE AUDIO GROUP HAS MANAGED TO SUPPORT A GREATER
NUMBER OF PROJECTS WITH MINIMUM STAFF. BRAD HAS EFFECTIVELY MANAGED HIS GROUP,
HIRING AND TRAINING NEW AUDIO COMPOSERS AS STAFF TURNOVER HAS OCCURRED.
ALSO RECENTLY PROMOTED IS RICK THOMPSON. IN THE YEAR AND A HALF THAT RICK HAS
BEEN WITH ATARI AS ACCOUNTING MANAGER, HE HAS MADE AN IMMEDIATE AND FAVORABLE
IMPACT ON THE FINANCE ORGANIZATION AND THE COMPANY.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BROWN 2-OCT-1990 18:59:33.83
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: PROMOTIONS REVISITED
SORRY FOR THAT RUDE INTERRUPTION. I FILED MY MESSAGE PREMATURELY. SO, TO
CONTINUE........
SINCE RICK JOINED ATARI, HE HAS MADE AN IMMEDIATE AND FAVORABLE IMPACT ON THE
FINANCE ORGANIZATION AND ON THE COMPANY. HE HAS IMPLEMENTED A NEW ACCOUNTING
REPORTING PACKAGE AND ALSO DESIGNED A NEW BUDGET AND FORECAST REPORTING
PACKAGE. RICK'S CONTRIBUTIONS HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS. HE IS VERY VALUABLE TO THE
COMPANY AND DESERVES HIS PROMOTION TO CORPORATE CONTROLLER.
LET'S GIVE SOME VERY LOUD "WAY TO GO, GUYS" TO THESE TWO.
CONGRATULATIONS*CONGRATULATIONS*CONGRATULATIONS*CONGRATULATIONS*CONGRATULATIONS
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OWENS 3-OCT-1990 08:30:05.59
To: KIM::MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: RE: AROMREL.DOC
Thanks Jed
RLO
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 3-OCT-1990 10:38:58.71
To: OWENS,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: 136077 - RACE MEMORY MASTERS
136077 - HARD DRIVIN/RACE MEMORY MASTERS 3-Oct-1990
Page 1
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION
136077-1001 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210R
136077-1002 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200R
136077-1003 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210S
136077-1004 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200S
136077-1005 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210T
136077-1006 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200T
136077-1007 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210U
136077-1008 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200U
136077-1009 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210V
136077-1010 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200V
136077-1011 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210W
136077-1012 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200W
136077-1013 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210X
136077-1014 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200X
136077-1015 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210Y
136077-1016 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200Y
136077-1017 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,45C
136077-1021 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,9/10H
136077-1022 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,10H
136077-1023 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,9/10K
136077-1024 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,10K
136077-1025 IC,PR_GAL,137647-015,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,40B
136077-1026 IC,PR_GAL,137647-015,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,60B
136077-1027 IC,PR_EPROM,137665-1020,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,30J
136077-1028 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-170,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,30F
136077-1029 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-170,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,10F
136077-1030 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-170,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,30E
136077-1031 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-170,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,10E
136077-1032 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,70N
136077-1033 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,45N
136077-1103 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210S
136077-1104 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200S
136077-1105 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210T
136077-1106 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200T
136077-1111 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210W
136077-1112 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200W
136077-1123 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,9/10K
136077-1201 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210R
136077-1202 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200R
136077-1203 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210S
136077-1204 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200S
136077-1205 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210T
136077-1206 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200T
136077-1207 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210U
136077-1208 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200U
136077-1209 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210V
136077-1210 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200V
136077-2001 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210R
136077-2002 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200R
136077-2003 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210S
136077-2004 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200S
136077-2005 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210T
136077-2006 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200T
136077 - HARD DRIVIN/RACE MEMORY MASTERS 3-Oct-1990
Page 2
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION
136077-2007 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210U
136077-2008 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200U
136077-2009 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,210V
136077-2010 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-200,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,200V
136077-2021 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,9/10H
136077-2022 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,10H
136077-2023 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,9/10K
136077-2024 IC,PR_EPROM,137448-250,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,10K
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BENZLER "Linda Benzler, extension 3750" 3-OCT-1990 10:41:50.72
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: STEWART,SMITH,BRESHEARS,FREITAS,BRYANT,WOOD,SHEFFIELD,BROWN,BENZLER
Subj:
Decode this secret message and you may win big bucks:
This month's walk-about is being hosted by a most happenin' muchacha, Bonnie,
who is working on the way aggro BMX game that most of you have probably checked
out before. Make sure you plan a session in her lab this Friday between 3:30
and 5:30, have some fast fun and tell Bonnie what you think the game should be
called.
While playtesting the game, the kids at the focus thrashed the scoot, some even
bailed, but Jacques the Ripper (that rightous dude) has made the ride fresh and
buffed again. So spec it out! Dial in on a name for this game and get some
fest money. And don't bogue! Wear your street garb and grind the game while
you're in the lab. Try some way aggro moves. Lampin' the box is encouraged,
so get clockin'!!!
(boom, boom!)
H-h-h-hey, delbert; don't be lame.
Y-y-y-you gotta name the game!
(boom!)
Put on your helmet,
Don't get tweaked! (boom!)
It's aggro, gnarly
You'll get freaked!
F-f-f-freaked, freaked, f-f-f-freaked!
(b-b-b-boom, boom...boom, boom!)
So, don your skid lid and take a ride. Go vert. Intense! 'Core to the bone!
Come catch some hospital air in the lab where it's safe. Thank Bonnie for the
radical grub, tell her what you think of the game and give her some ideas for
a name.
The creative heads will decide on which names to submit for legal approval.
The weak ideas will be shelved and hot ones will be rewarded handsomely.
THE COLD CRUSHIN' BIKE TEAM
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From: BERT::OPERATOR "Receptionist/Operator" 3-OCT-1990 11:27:18.56
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: message
Please call Tanya Henderson of Elcore at 408-980-8868. She called at 11:20
Thank you!
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From: GAWD::MCCARTHY "Pat" 8-OCT-1990 10:07:25.23
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: audio board standard upgrade/update.
We are going to phase out the JSAII audio board and the SAII audio
board. JSA-III will replace JSAII for Jamma compatable piggy back
audio boards, and SA-IIS will replace SAII for true stand alone
non-jamma applications.
JSA-III :
This will be like JSAII except -
. Banking will be added to the ADPCM ROM area to double the
capacity. Four Mbits of memory will be available either as 4 1-Meg
EPROMS or 1 4-MEG mask ROM.
. SCOM will be removed. The main cpu upper data bus (d15-d8) and the
two status flags will go to the audio board through the 40 pin
connector. A simple parallel port will be implememted on the audio
board.
. The volume pot will be changed to a more standard / readily
available type, probably with a linear taper.
. The 40 position connector will probably be changed to one that does
not require hand soldering.
SA-IIS
This will be like SAII except -
. Stereo output will be provided.
. Banking will be added to the ADPCM area just like JSA-III.
. The volume control will change, possibly eliminated and replaced
with a digital volume control, adjusted only in self test.
Note that SCOM will stay on this board.
BATMAN and G1.1 (RAT-RACE) will be the first games using JSA-III.
Cyclotron and/or NONAME may use SA-IIS.
Other games that do not need a seperate processor for audio are unaffected.
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 3-OCT-1990 13:28:03.01
To: RSHERMAN
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: R2R
I made a copy of the Centralab documentation and left it on your desk along
with a Centralab part.
Jed
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 3-OCT-1990 18:34:06.64
To: SMITHSON
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: the Air
Is there a chance that someone is spraying insecticide on your plants?
I know that we used to have a Plant Lady (presumably from the Plant
Department) who used to occasionally spray stuff on the plants to keep
the bugs away.
Jed
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From: SANDY::FLANAGAN "Bob Flanagan" 4-OCT-1990 10:11:45.95
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: FLANAGAN
Subj: Day Care available...
A dependable friend of ours has a licenced day care
operation in her home. She has room for 2 children up to 4 years
old. She lives in Fremont, convenient to the DeCoto offramp of 880.
She has 2 children of her own (4 years, 21 months). She is great with
kids. If you have interest in getting in touch with her, please contact
Bob Flanagan via VAX mail or Atari phone# 434-1728. She is actively
trying to fill these vacancies, so respond soon.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "Receptionist/Operator" 4-OCT-1990 15:11:57.32
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Chocolate Chip Cookies
C H O C O L A T E C H I P C O O K I E S
There are fresh homemade chocolate chip cookies ready to serve in
the cafeteria. Don't miss out!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::MARGOLIN 4-OCT-1990 20:02:05.04
To: BURNIAS
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: 74AS823 waiver
About the waiver for the 74AS823s:
As long as 'TSU Data Setup before CLK High' is not affected, it is ok.
I think we have done this before.
I have the fax on my desk if you need it before afternoon.
Jed
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From: BERT::OWENS 5-OCT-1990 13:12:17.48
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,MFG
CC:
Subj: Auto-CER's
Jeff is out sick, both yesterday 10-4-90 and today 10-5-90. As things
seem to happen, the auto-CER program does not seem to be running, (ie no
CER's are being mailed to the AVL account). Untill we can get it fixed, or
untill Jeff comes back, you will need to refile any CER's sent yesterday or
today by hand, (yes we still have copies of the old form). Any urgent CER's
may be phoned in to Rick Meyette, Ray Serman, or myself. Please bear with us
we shall get the system up as soon as possible.
RLO
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From: MIKE::MARTIN 5-OCT-1990 14:07:07.44
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK,MARTIN
CC:
Subj: CONDO FOR RENT
CONDO FOR RENT ........
ALMA & ALMADEN EXPRESSWAY (SAN JOSE)
2 BLOCKS FROM LIGHT RAIL STATION
2 BEDROOM 2 BATH
WASHER/DRYER POOL/SPA
IF INTERESTED PLEASE CALL (xxx) xxx-xxxx
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OWENS 5-OCT-1990 14:52:36.65
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,MFG
CC:
Subj: Auto-CER
Steve Suttles has found the problem and fixed same. Auto-CER now works
as advertised. Thanks a million Steve!!!!
RLO
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From: GAWD::ROTBERG "Professor of Gonzo" 8-OCT-1990 08:34:47.91
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: FOR SALE
Well,
I finally bit the bullet and moved into the world of 2400 baud. Therefor,
I have for sale:
1 Apple Personal Modem 1200/300 baud
100% Hayes compatible
manual
DB-9 connector and/or converter for DIN-8 (newer MACs)
$50 or best offer.
I have the equipment here for your perusal.
- Ed -
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::MCCARTHY "Pat" 8-OCT-1990 10:07:25.23
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: audio board standard upgrade/update.
We are going to phase out the JSAII audio board and the SAII audio
board. JSA-III will replace JSAII for Jamma compatable piggy back
audio boards, and SA-IIS will replace SAII for true stand alone
non-jamma applications.
JSA-III :
This will be like JSAII except -
. Banking will be added to the ADPCM ROM area to double the
capacity. Four Mbits of memory will be available either as 4 1-Meg
EPROMS or 1 4-MEG mask ROM.
. SCOM will be removed. The main cpu upper data bus (d15-d8) and the
two status flags will go to the audio board through the 40 pin
connector. A simple parallel port will be implememted on the audio
board.
. The volume pot will be changed to a more standard / readily
available type, probably with a linear taper.
. The 40 position connector will probably be changed to one that does
not require hand soldering.
SA-IIS
This will be like SAII except -
. Stereo output will be provided.
. Banking will be added to the ADPCM area just like JSA-III.
. The volume control will change, possibly eliminated and replaced
with a digital volume control, adjusted only in self test.
Note that SCOM will stay on this board.
BATMAN and G1.1 (RAT-RACE) will be the first games using JSA-III.
Cyclotron and/or NONAME may use SA-IIS.
Other games that do not need a seperate processor for audio are unaffected.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::EVELYN 8-OCT-1990 11:09:03.09
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: DAYCARE OPPORTUNITY
DAYCARE: Infants & Up!!!!
VICINITY: Old Oakland Rd. and Gish
REFERENCES: Available
PHONE: (408) 437-0994
Trish is her name
Care is her game!
Please pass this information on
to those who might be interested!
Thanks.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 8-OCT-1990 12:39:48.51
To: @SM:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Peaks II
Ok, who taped Saturday's Twin Peaks? I forgot to set my VCR and so would like
to borrow a copy of the episode.
Also, last weeks Simpson's (why did they have to break up that great Sun night
lineup?) from Thursday I think.
-- jim
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From: BERT::SUMNER 8-OCT-1990 16:01:44.22
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Almond Milk Chocolate Bars
Please, please, please stop by my office and buy some of these delicious
almond milk chocolate bars or just call Mary Sumner at X3722 and I shall
personally deliver them to you. My daughter's kindergarten needs new S/W
for their computers!!!
Natalie appreciates you contribution very much and thanks each one of you
in advance.
Mary Sumner, X3722
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::RAY 8-OCT-1990 16:36:43.60
To: MCCARTHY,HUBBERSTEY,LEE,MONCRIEF,MARGOLIN,JANG,LICHAC,CAMERON
CC: TAKAICHI,DOWNEND,MOORE,LOIS,GRAHAM,RAY
Subj: Designer Tools Demo -- Thursday -- 2:00 or 3:00 -- Central C.R.
In our DFM meeting a while back, we identified some
improvements to designer's tools. Some of these improvements
have been made. We need YOUR feedback on if the improvements
are sufficient, and what other tools are still required.
I would like your feedback by the end of October. In order for
you to be introduced to the tools (and to know what exists),
Pat McCarthy has offered to give two demos on Thursday
afternoon:
2:00 ID, Mechanical, Harness
3:00 Electrical
In the two weeks following the demo, I would ask that you try
out the tools introduced and think about what would make them
better and what other tools are desirable. I will reqest your
feedback at the end of the month.
I will assume that you will be at the meeting unless I hear
from you.
Mike and Jerry -- feel free to invite other members of your
department.
Carole -- feel free to invite Stevie (you were the DFM rep.)
Thanks!!
John
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From: KIM::RAY 9-OCT-1990 09:42:43.23
To: MCCARTHY,HUBBERSTEY,LEE,MONCRIEF,MARGOLIN,JANG,LICHAC,CAMERON
CC: TAKAICHI,DOWNEND,MOORE,LOIS,GRAHAM,RAY
Subj: Thursday demos swapped -- 2:00 Electrical, 3:00 Design Services
The two demos need to be swapped. Otherwise, no changes.
John
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From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 9-OCT-1990 11:02:44.50
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj:
If you don't have a modem connected to your computer at home, then
delete this message.
I was wondering if anybody takes the part in the modem manual about
calling the phone co. before installing your modem seriously.
Farrokh
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "Receptionist/Operator" 9-OCT-1990 15:43:22.83
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: message
Jed,
Please call Tonya Henderson of Elcore at 980-8868, she called at
3:35 pm . RE: Orcad Update.
Thanks,
Tina
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "Receptionist/Operator" 11-OCT-1990 10:30:38.52
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: message
Please make sure that when you have a visitor, that they return their
visitor badge to the main lobby. Also, if you have any visitor badges
within your possesion please bring forward to the main lobby!
Thank You,
Tina
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From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 11-OCT-1990 14:58:42.70
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Linear Algebra
Anybody out there ever take a coarse in Linear Algebra?
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 12-OCT-1990 11:28:09.70
To: MEYETTE
CC: BIKE, RAY, MARGOLIN
Subj: FCC stuff
We've been trying to isolate a helicopter like noise that the MULTISYNC
is broadcasting around the lab, and needless to say we need your help with
finding a cure. The SAaudio board amplifys the noise pretty well and today
Bonnie brought in a little transistor radio which too, could amplify the
noise. Please stop by the lab and give us some suggestions on how to get rid
of it.
Farrokh
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 12-OCT-1990 15:09:04.04
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
Subj: "missing soldering gun"
Please return the soldering station that YOU took from my office/lab.
I don't know who you are, but you do. Or do you? So just bring it
back and next time leave a note when YOU want to borrow something
from my lab.
Rob, I hope you're reading your mail.
Farrokh
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 17-OCT-1990 13:02:00.45
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Bible Study
If you are interested in a study on the Gospel of John, please join us.
We meet on Thursdays, 12 noon to 1 PM in the Central Conf. Room, 675.
Bring your lunch.
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From: BERT::OPERATOR "Receptionist/Operator" 12-OCT-1990 15:30:01.24
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Chocolate Chip Cookies
YUMMY ! YUMMY ! YUMMY ! YUMMY !
The cafeteria now has fresh Chocolate Chip Cookies ready to serve !
You may get them with pecans, walnuts, or raisins.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "Receptionist/Operator" 12-OCT-1990 16:03:32.55
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: message
The following people will be out until 10/17/90.
LINDA BENZLER
MARY FUJIHARA
GERRY MOMODA
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::FRYE 16-OCT-1990 15:55:06.20
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: POWER SHUTDOWN FOR BUILDING 675 ONLY
ON SATURDAY, OCT. 27, THE POWER FOR BUILDING 675 WILL BE OFF BETWEEN
THE HOURS OF 8AM TO 1PM.
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 17-OCT-1990 13:02:00.45
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Bible Study
If you are interested in a study on the Gospel of John, please join us.
We meet on Thursdays, 12 noon to 1 PM in the Central Conf. Room, 675.
Bring your lunch.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "Tina" 18-OCT-1990 14:27:59.36
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: message
There are tickets available for Mickey Thompson * Off Road Championship
Gran Prix. The event will be on Saturday November 03, 1990 at 7:30 pm.
Please come to the lobby for more information and special discount
tickets.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::RAY 18-OCT-1990 15:32:01.17
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: RAY
Subj: Use the JAMMA START Inputs!!
We just got burned in yet another way on Pit-Fighter. I am
writing this message to you in hopes that you will take the
time now to keep this same problem from biting you when you
sell your game to Japan.
On the game we build in the U.S., we use Kick, Jump/Start, and
Punch buttons for each player. The standard Japanese game
cabinets have 3 action buttons (A,B,C) and one Start button for
each player. Konami has asked us to change the PCBs so that the
Start buttons on their control panel start the game. (The start
buttons come in to the Jamma connector on 17 and U.)
What the hardware guys should do: make sure the Start buttons
(17 and U) can be read by the microprocessor.
What the software folks should do: make sure you read the Start
buttons (in addition to any buttons you are already reading for
Start) and Start a game if appropriate. That way, it will work
in the U.S. as well as in Japan.
Let me know if you need help deciphering this!
John
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From: BERT::ALBAUGH "Dr. Bizarro" 19-OCT-1990 10:54:42.71
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: TeX (Not a cowboy)
Does anybody out there have the text processing/formatting
program TeX on his/her home machine? I have a manual on disk that
is intended to be processed by TeX and printed on a laser printer.
If I can't get it done that way, I will have to ask Lois Turner to
photo-copy a borrowed hard-copy, and you'all will have to live with
a multi-generation copy if we need more later.
Thanks in advance,
Mike
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From: BERT::OPERATOR "Tina" 19-OCT-1990 13:36:03.97
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: message
There is an unknown Federal Express package at the front lobby desk
for a Mr. Ron Beltramo from Film Co. It was delivered on 10/19/90
If anyone knows this person , please inform him to pick up package.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::RAY 21-OCT-1990 19:16:59.44
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: RAY
Subj: 40 quarts of SAE 30 motor oil for sale
I have 40 quarts of oil, but no vehicle that uses SAE 30.
10 quarts for $5. 20 quarts for $8. 40 quarts for $15.
What a deal! Let me know how many you want and I'll bring them
to your trunk.
John
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From: ERNIE::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 22-OCT-1990 10:36:54.70
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
If you've been wanting to customize your wheels, then these
MAG wheels are for you. They're (6J X 14HR-5 lug), and the price
is right; FREE. That's right come and take a look before I take
them to tire salvage place tomorrow.
Farrokh
x-1775
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From: BERT::GROSSMAN 22-OCT-1990 16:09:22.06
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: THE TRADITION CONTINUES
THE BEWITCHING HOUR IS FAST APPROACHING -
To continue yet another Atari tradition - Atari Games will sponsor a
HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST AND CARVED PUMPKIN JUDGING in the Cafeteria
on Wednesday, Oct. 31 from 11:30 to 1:00.
As an accompaniment to the contests, Atari will be having the traditional
POTLUCk. Atari will provide the main course and employees are asked to
contribute sodas, desserts, and munchies. Please sign up with your
Department Secretary.
Experience says Atarians are a pretty creative bunch, so put your
thinking caps on and come up with the best costume ever!
Mark your calendars - Wednesday, October 31
11:30 am - l:00 pm
Atari Games Cafeteria
Atari Games Rec Committee
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From: KIM::MCNAMARA 23-OCT-1990 10:28:52.96
To: MARGOLIN
CC: MCNAMARA
Subj: NTSC to RBG converter
Jed,
In a Motorola data book called "Linear and Interface Integrated Circuits", there
is a circuit using an NTSC to RGB converter chip on page 9-182. I'm wondering
if you are aware of this chip, and I would like to know if you think it would be
suitable for using as you described yesterday, to drive a monitor from a VCR?
Thanks,
Glenn.
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From: MIKE::SMITH 23-OCT-1990 12:13:14.73
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: ORGANIZATIONAL ANNOUNCEMENT
I am pleased to announce the promotion of Steve Williamson to the position of
Supervisor of Shipping, Receiving, and the Stockroom for Manufacturing.
Steve has been with Atari Games since August of 1988 at which time he was
assigned to the Receiving Department. Steve continued to work in Receiving
and did an outstanding job of organizing and streamlining the Dock to Stock
process. He was able to reduce the Dock to Stock times from 3 plus days to
less than one.
In June of this year Steve was promoted to Stockroom Leadperson and was charged
with insuring the accuracy and integrity of kitting, stocking, and data entry.
Steve once again excelled this position and has demonstrated to all of his
fellow Atarians a can do ability that is appreciated by all.
Steve will have responsibility for all aspects of material control, receiving,
and shipping. I feel very confident that Steve will continue to excell in this
new and challenging position. Please join me in congratulating Steve.
Thanx, Tom Smith
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From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 23-OCT-1990 14:02:59.56
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK.DIS
CC:
Subj:
From: MIKE::SMITH 23-OCT-1990 12:12:35.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: ORGANIZATIONAL ANNOUNCEMENT
I am turned on to announce the promotion of Steve Williamson to the position of
Supervisor of Shipping, Receiving, and the Stockroom for Manufacturing.
Steve has been with Atari Games since August of 1988 at which time he was
assigned to the Receiving Department dick. Steve continued to do Receiving
and did an outstanding job of organizing and streamlining the Dick to Butt
process. He was able to reduce the Dick to Butt times from 3 plus days to
less than one without any lubricant!.
In June of this year Steve was promoted to Stockroom Leadperson and was charged
with insuring the accuracy and integrity of kitting, stocking, and data entry.
Steve once again excelled this position and has demonstrated to all of his
fellow Atarians a can dick anytime ability that is appreciated by all of us butt
heads.
Steve will have responsibility for all aspects of material control, receiving,
and shipping. I feel very turned on that Steve will continue to dick me in this
new and challenging position. Please join me and Steve and somebody bring me a
set of kneepads.
Thanx, ahh, yah yah... Tom Smith
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From: ERNIE::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 23-OCT-1990 14:24:57.41
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
From: MIKE::SMITH 23-OCT-1990 12:12:35.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: ORGANIZATIONAL ANNOUNCEMENT
I have just received this weird mail message from myself and I
can only say that I'll never leave myself wide open to such practical
joke by leaving myself logged on my terminal while I'm not around.
Also, I only hope that the people mentioned in that mail message
can forget the stupid message and not take it seriously.
Farrokh
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From: BERT::BENZLER "Linda Benzler, extension 3750" 23-OCT-1990 14:28:37.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BENZLER
Subj:
Not funny.
Simply tasteless.
But I guess that's the kind of humor we should expect from someone who eats
lamb heads.
Whatever PERSONAL problems you guys seem to have, please keep them that way.
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From: BERT::BENZLER "Linda Benzler, extension 3750" 23-OCT-1990 14:35:14.40
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BENZLER
Subj:
My personal and public apology to Farrokh.
As for those terminal gremlins...
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 23-OCT-1990 14:40:22.48
To: MCNAMARA
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: NTSC
It looks like it might work. Note that it requires Vertical and Horizontal
Blanking.
Also, this uses a simple chroma filter. The best ones use a comb filter
which is more complicated.
Jed
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From: MIKE::WILLIAMSON 23-OCT-1990 15:00:03.98
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK,WILLIAMSON
CC:
Subj: UNPROFESSIONALISM
TO THE "GREMLIN" THAT DECIDED TO DISGUSTINGLY DISPLAY THEIR SEXUAL
FANTASIES AT MY EXPENSE, I HOPE YOU THOUROUGHLY ENJOYED THE EXPERIENCE.
THE NEXT TIME YOU FEEL SO ENCLINED TO USE MY NAME IN VAIN, PLEASE HAVE
THE "BALLS" TO AT LEAST USE YOUR OWN NAME, OR FEEL FREE TO SEE ME
PERSONALLY.
STEVE
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 23-OCT-1990 15:03:49.35
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: unprof-alism
Well, at least nobody borrowed anyone's tools.........
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From: KIM::PIERCE 23-OCT-1990 15:03:59.99
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: PIERCE
Subj: Those last few messages.
WOW!
All hurt personal feelings aside I really
enjoyed that little spat of mail.
Thanks to all concerned for making me laugh.
MSP
P.S. Oh yeah congratulations to Steve Williamson. I hope
his on the job perfromance continues to impress others.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BENZLER "Linda Benzler, extension 3750" 23-OCT-1990 15:19:44.57
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BENZLER
Subj:
...maybe I should have used the "I shouldn't leave my terminal unattended"
excuse too.
I apologize to all who might have been offended by my "lamb's head" comment.
I did not mean it to be insulting to any particular group of people, so please
excuse my ignorance.
There are several people here that attended a dinner at a Greek restaurant in
Chicago who watched a certain member of our group order a lamb's head and
eat it for dinner. My remark was intended to be a reflection of my own
personal taste relative to another individual's personal taste. Thank
goodness ice cream is made in many different flavors!!!
I certainly do not want to cause World War III here at Atari; so again,
I accept complete personal responsibility for my actions and please accept
my personal apology.
--Linda
P.S.
Congratulations, Steve. Keep up the fine job. You have always been
helpful and supportive to us here in the Marketing group.
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From: ERNIE::SHEPPERD 23-OCT-1990 17:22:12.33
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: Some stuff...
One is reticent to enter the "mail-ways" in light of the hate mail that
is flinging around today, but here goes:
We managed to zap the offend-a-gram before everyone got it. If you don't
know what all the fuss is about, then nevermind.
Even though I have reason to believe there's no danger of more instances of
this sort, I'd like to recommend the more liberal use of SLEEPWP (or logout)
anyway.
BTW: My congratulations to Steve Williamson on a job well done.
-------------------------------------------------
An now for something completely different:
Due to the fact that the power to the building in 675 will be off between
the hours of 8am and 1pm (or thereabouts) this coming saturday, I'd like to
remind everyone that during those hours there will be:
NO Telephone service in either 675 or 735.
NO computer services in either 1623, 675, 735 or via modem.
NO outside access to 675
In preparation for this, I plan on shutting off the computers on friday
at about 9pm. They will be backup and running late in the afternoon on
Saturday.
So, please, please, please don't call me saturday morning to tell me the
computer doesn't work. I'll know that already.
Thanks in advance.
ds
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From: KIM::BRAD "Gentlemen, we are surrounded by insurmountable opportunities (POGO)" 24-OCT-1990 13:40:13.74
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BRAD
Subj: Carol Sing tickets
Yep, that's right, it's that time of year again!
The 14th annual 'Round the Table Carol Sing 1990 is entitled:
CHRISTMAS ...the Inside Story.
Tickets go on sale this saturday, October 27 at noon.
The performance times are:
Friday Nov 30 6:30pm & 9:00pm
Saturday Dec 1 2:00pm, 5:30pm & 8:00pm
Sunday Dec 2 4:00pm & 6:30pm
Thursday Dec 6 7:00pm
Friday Dec 7 6:30pm & 9:00pm
Saturday Dec 8 2:00pm, 5:30pm & 8:00pm
Sunday Dec 9 1:30pm & 4:00pm
Tickets are $10 each (there are 10 places per table).
If you are unfamiliar with 'Round the Table Carol Sing and would like to know
more about it, please stop by my office or call me at x3788.
- brad -
REMEMBER: Tickets are usually sold-out the day they go on sale. All ticket
sales are final and purchases must be made in advance. Unfortunately no ticket
sales by mail. If you plan on purchasing tickets for a particular performance,
I suggest that you arrive at the church early and endure the wait with the rest
of us! Or, if you absolutely can't make it, I would be happy to take your money
and purchase them for you.
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 25-OCT-1990 15:48:54.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: airmail delivery
So, we had a junk mail message this week that was offensive. ..........
We seem to have a new policy here at Atari to make a new policy when
ever someone steps over the invisible line. I hope that doesn't happen in
this instance. We should not let one person ruin a good thing for the rest
of us. I believe that junk mail is a valuable vehicle for expounding ideas,
venting frustration, disseminating worthless information, selling our extra
A's tickets, and whatever else.
Humor at the expense of another is rarely good humor. We can only be
our own judge as to what is in good humor and what falls into poor taste.
After an incident like this one comes an eerie junk mail silence. I say
on with the show. Write that junk!
Thanks, this soapbox is closed,
Carole
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From: BERT::BROWN 25-OCT-1990 17:59:44.83
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: BABY HAYES
ANNE AND KEVIN HAYES ARE THE PROUD, BRAND NEW PARENTS OF A BABY GIRL, BORN AT
APPROXIMATELY 5:03 P.M. SO NEW THAT SHE IS AT THIS MOMENT STILL BEING FIDGITED
OVER SO WE DON'T KNOW ALL THE OFFICIAL STATISTICS. WE DO KNOW THAT KEVIN MADE
IT TO HIS WIFE'S BEDSIDE JUST 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE BABY'S BIRTH. HE HAD TO
HIGH TAIL IT BACK HERE FROM NEW ORLEANS BECAUSE THE LITTLE LADY WAS 3 1/2 WEEKS
EARLY.
KEEP YOUR EYES PEELED TO THIS SPACE FOR MORE BABY STATISTICS.
SANDI
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From: BERT::BROWN 26-OCT-1990 10:10:37.84
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: BABY HAYES, PART II
O.K., HERE ARE THE FACTS. WITH MUCH ADO FROM BOTH MOTHER AND FATHER,
MOLLY CLARE IS THE NAME DECIDED UPON FOR BABY HAYES (KEVIN CHOSE MOLLY, AND
ANNE LIKED CLARE). SHE WEIGHED IN AT 6 LBS 1 OZ AND WAS 19 INCHES LONG.
MOTHER, BABY, AND FATHER DOING FINE.
SANDI
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From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 26-OCT-1990 16:11:30.79
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: Ti.27512-2
I have 25 tubes of TI.27512-2 e-proms left over from a previous project.
Since most of the current hardwares have converted to Meg. parts, I'm planning
to MTO them back to the manufacturing stock. But if anyone here is interested
to use these (never used new) then let me know and I'll transfer it to your
project account#.
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From: KIM::PIERCE 29-OCT-1990 09:34:34.34
To: RAY, MCCARTHY, LEE, MONCRIEF, BEHENSKY, MARGOLIN, HARPER, SMITHSON, AKERS, LIPSON
CC: PIERCE
Subj: The Communications Board
People
It has come to my attention that the Hard Drivin' crew
feel a bit differently about the design of the communications
board. Though they missed the previous design meetings I feel
we should discuss the issues they seem to feel strongly about
in order to make sure we are coming up with a board that meets
everybodies needs.
I would like to set up a meeting Thursday afternoon to
discuss the various viewpoints so the matter is decided with all
present.
Please write back and confirm your ability to attend or
forever hold your piece.
MSP
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From: MIKE::SMITH 31-OCT-1990 09:25:50.50
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: WOOD
I'd certainly appreciate it, if anyone in VAX land knows where I might be able
to get a 1/4 cord of good burning wood for a reasonable price in the Fremont,
Milpitas, San Jose area. I bought a cord of wood in 1981, of very difficult to
burn Oak. I'm down to my last three logs. Possibly you could recommend wood that
might be easier to burn.
Thanx, Tom Smith
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From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 31-OCT-1990 10:58:50.72
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: Audio Regulator II board
Jed,
I have been asked by Bob Flanagan and Tim Hubberstey to hook the
Marble Madness in Bobs lab so that we can switch the operation from stereo
to mono audio. So, Hubberstey went and picked up the latest version of the
System I manual, marked it up and asked me to cover it. But what Bob has is
not an SA II like he has marked up. It is not even an Audio Reg. III.
What he has is an audio regulator two that has been modded. I think the audio
section is untouched in terms of the original PCB layout design. My question
to you is, is this audio considered to be "stereo"?
Thanks in advance
Cris
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From: KIM::ERDMANN 31-OCT-1990 15:11:23.87
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: goodbye Sharon
Maybe we should just say....see ya later
And of course, thanks for all your help. Our replacement animator for
Kris Moser is leaving us this week to go off and, of all things, have
a baby. We are organizing a lunch for her tomorrow (thurs 11/1) at
Kowloon. Please respond at this mail message today...Right now as you are
reading this...if you want to come with.
Thanks- and Aloha
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From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 31-OCT-1990 15:27:07.85
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: So you like it in 3-D
The Lawrence Livermore National Labratory Is sponsoring a high-tech
haunted house.(just keep telling yourself: It's a hologram.) It'll be open
to public and the admission is FREE!
6:00-9:00 at the former ALMOND AVE SCHOOL, 1401 ALMOND AVE in LIVERMORE.
From Milpitas/San Jose area take north 680 and after you pass Fremont look
for the 84 Livermore turn-off.
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From: GAWD::RAY 31-OCT-1990 15:50:52.31
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,HINDORFF,STEWART,SMITH,BRESHEARS,BRYANT,FREITAS
CC: RAY
Subj: Walkabout Friday
This Friday is Walkabout Friday (tm)!!
Andy Burgess has volunteered to host this special event!!
The festivities will begin at 3:30 in the Alpha, Nu, and
Omega labs in Engineering. Please come by the labs, sample the
munchies, play the games, and give your feedback (positive and
negative).
Friday, Nov. 2, 1990
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Alpha, Nu, Omega Labs
John
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From: BERT::BROWN 2-NOV-1990 12:40:16.68
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: HALLOWEEN CONTEST WINNERS
AGAIN, WE ALL HAD A GREAT TIME AT THE HALLOWEEN POTLUCK. I WANT TO THANK ALL
WHO PARTICIPATED AND ESPECIALLY ALL WHO CONTRIBUTED TO THE POTLUCK. AS USUAL
WE HAD VERY CREATIVE COSTUMES AND, THOUGH THEY WERE FEW IN NUMBER, THE JACK-O-
LANTERNS WERE ALSO GREAT. HERE ARE A LIST OF THE WINNERS:
COSTUME WINNERS:
FUNNIEST - "MISPLACED 60'S HIPPY", BILL HINDORFF (TENGEN)
UGLIEST - "MS. MARTIAN", BONNIE SMITHSON (ATARI)
GROUP - "MILPITAS TOURIST", ANIMATORS (ATARI)
MOST ORIGINAL - "HALF WOMAN, HALF MAN", MICHAEL ALEXANDER (TENGEN)
BEST OVERALL - "PIGMY IN CANOE", GINA CLOSE (TENGEN)
JACK-O-LANTERN WINNERS:
FIRST PLACE - "GARFIELD", JUNE YAMAMOTO (ATARI ADMIN)
SECOND PLACE - "GADGET FACE", SHIPPING & RECEIVING DEPT. (ATARI)
THIRD PLACE - "HOMER SIMPSON", JACK AKNIN (MECHANICAL ENGR.)
CONGRATS TO ALL!!
REC COMMITTEE
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From: BERT::BROWN 2-NOV-1990 14:59:51.03
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: CORRECTION
I'VE BEEN REMINDED THAT BONNIE SMITHSON'S "MS. MARTIAN" WON THE SCARIEST
CATEGORY, NOT UGLIEST. SORRY MS. MARTIAN!
SANDI
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From: BERT::BROWN 2-NOV-1990 16:51:27.77
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: CORRECTION #2
GINA CLOSE, WINNER OF THE BEST OVERALL CATEGORY, IS AN ATARI EMPLOYEE, NOT A
TENGEN ONE. SORRY ABOUT ALL OF THESE BLOOBS!
SANDI
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From: KIM::RAY 2-NOV-1990 17:18:38.87
To: MCNAMARA,PIERCE,AVELLAR,ROTBERG,MONCRIEF,BEHENSKY,MARGOLIN,DURFEY,FLANAGAN
CC: MOORE,DOWNEND,RAY
Subj: 401K -- GIC vs. Money Market
A year or so ago, you all expressed interest (pun intended) in
a Money Market Fund as one of the choices for the 401k plan.
Since then, I have learned that:
a) Neither the GIC Fund nor the Money Market Fund are
backed by the government
b) Wells Fargo will only allow Atari to choose one of
these two funds
So I am asking you if you have a strong desire to replace the
GIC Fund with the Money Market Fund. If you do, then we will
have to ask all fund participants if they would like to make
this change (and see if the majority wants a change).
Let me know if you strongly desire the change or strongly
oppose the change. I will assume you don't care if I don't hear
from you.
John
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From: MIKE::OWENS 5-NOV-1990 08:16:52.90
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Warrior Tickets
For Sale (2) Golden State Warrior vs Atlanta Hawk tickets this Friday night
at 7:00 P.M. Make offer, (ticket price is $16.50 ea)
Rick EXT 1753
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From: BERT::OPERATOR "Tina" 5-NOV-1990 10:43:02.58
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: message
Goodmorning Jed,
Please cal Joan of Merrit at (408)434-0800, she called for you at 10:00am.
Thank You,
Tina
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From: ERNIE::MCCARTHY "Pat" 5-NOV-1990 12:33:06.60
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: TI 1MEG EPROMS, Rev A
TI has a new 'A' version of 1Meg EPROMS. They are marked 27c101A
They allow use of the SNAP agorithm. We got a bunch (5000) in stock,
so some may make their way to engineering. Our programming equipment
probably will not recognise the electronic signature I.D. for these
parts, DATA I/O says January availability.
TI says that if you disable the auto select in the programmer, and
tell the programmer that it is an Intel 27c010, that it will program
OK.
The notice from TI is posted at the programmers.
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 5-NOV-1990 15:21:27.06
To: KIM::RAY
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: RE: 401K -- GIC vs. Money Market
What does the Money Market Fund invest in?
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From: KIM::RAY 5-NOV-1990 17:34:57.55
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE.DIS
CC: RAY
Subj: AMOA Binder
The binder with sales sheets and ratings sheets from the AMOA
is on the common area table.
Thanks, Lois, for getting it put together so quickly!!
John
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From: BERT::OPERATOR "Tina" 6-NOV-1990 10:33:15.62
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: message
Goodmorning Jed,
Joan Alpen of Merritt called for you at 10:30 am, she would like you to
give her a call at 434-0800.
Thank You,
Tina
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 6-NOV-1990 11:17:01.27
To: MARGOLIN
CC: KHODADADI
Subj: self-test
Where can I find the most recent version of self-test for NONAME? I'ld
like to burn a couple of sets for debugging 2 standalone NONAMEs. Also when I
get ready to burn the .vlda file, do I need to type : space 16 after xxx.vlda ?
Farrokh
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From: ERNIE::SUTTLES "Advance notice?? What's THAT????" 6-NOV-1990 12:31:52.51
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: SUTTLES
Subj: Your right to moan and groan freely
I am pleasantly surprised by the lack of political noise being
broadcast from the SYS$MAIL:JUNK soapbox. At the risk of ruining a good
thing, there's something I think must be said.
Eventually, the fear of broadcasting will again wear off, and the
usual contributors will be back, followed by the occaisional contributors.
I simply want to point out that when that time comes, if you do not
exercise your right to vote, you have no moral nor ethical right to complain
about the results. For those of you living in a cave (without a radio or TV),
and those who forget to wear shoes that match each other (mostly engineers
and programmers): TODAY IS THE DAY. VOTE. Because you WILL live with the
consequences.
A public service (???) announcement
sas
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From: MIKE::ALLEN 6-NOV-1990 13:47:00.10
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK,ALLEN
CC:
Subj: HELP ME! HELP ME! HELP ME!
I am looking for a facilty to hold my wedding and reception. If anyone
has any suggestions as far as an "outside" setting for the wedding and
a hall to hold the reception it would be greatly appreciated.
I have called a number of places throughout the county, and just about
everything is booked. I am looking for a simple "Gardend-Like" setting
with trees, flowers, grass, etc. and a reception hall on site, if
possible, but not mandatory.
Any suggestions anyone may have, please mail me or call me at Ext. 3905.
I would appreciate ANY help what-so-ever.
Thanks in advance,
Rhonda Allen
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 6-NOV-1990 14:30:09.88
To: KHODADADI
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: NoName
The current Self-Test for NONAME is in:
[Margolin.Aces]ACE_R1_4.VLDA
Yes, you do have to specify it as ACE_R1_4.VLDA 16
GSPTST.VLDA is the file for work-in-progress. I work on it for awhile
and eventually create another ACE_Rx_x.VLDA.
GSPTST.VLDA is not guaranteed to work but the latest ACE_Rx_x.VLDA is.
Jed
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From: KIM::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 7-NOV-1990 13:00:29.40
To: MARGOLIN
CC: BIKE
Subj: DSK board for extra ROM usage.
Is there some sort of slapstick at E0K on the Multisync? I'm integrating
lot's of graphics and new track data now and expect to be needing a DSK
board for ROM space probably by next week. Is one available?
Bonnie
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 7-NOV-1990 13:19:38.83
To: BIKE
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: extra ROM
ROM 7 (a pair of 27512s) on the MultiSync Board is accessed through a
Slapstic at 200K.
The DSK Board has a pair of 27512s accessed through a Slapstic at 10A
and a pair of 27512s/27C010s that are not Slapstic'd.
Slapstics are not available anymore since the company that made them
threw out the masks.
The ones remaining in stock are being used for production games. As far as
I know there are no plans to do new ones.
If you need one or two I can supply them. This does not sound like a good
long-term solution to your memory requirements.
Jed
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From: GAWD::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 7-NOV-1990 16:14:08.20
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: PAL burner
Has anyone out there tried to use the PAL burner in the last
week and noticed that it does not seem to work? If you have noticed this,
please reply to this address. I am interested in what type of symptoms you
may have experienced.
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From: BERT::OPERATOR "Tina" 7-NOV-1990 16:17:22.50
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: FLOWERMAN HOLIDAY SPECIALS
THERE ARE PICTURES OF FLORAL CENTERPIECES THAT THE FLOWERMAN IS CURRENTLY
SELLING IN THE MAIN LOBBY. THERE ARE THANKSGIVING, AS WELL AS, CHRISTMAS
ARRANGEMENTS. IF YOU'RE INTERESTED, STOP BY AND TAKE A LOOK.
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From: ERNIE::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 7-NOV-1990 16:29:33.73
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: PAL burner problem found
I found the problem with the PAL programmer.
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From: BERT::LINDA "Evening Receptionist" 7-NOV-1990 17:40:29.69
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: MISSING REPLAY MAGAZINES
IF ANYONE KNOWS WHAT HAPPENED TO THE SUPPLY OF REPLAY MAGAZINES FROM THE EARLY
EIGHTIES THAT WERE LOCATED IN THE WAREHOUSE, PLEASE CONTACT MARY FUJIHARA
@ EXT.3748.
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From: ERNIE::BIKE "CYCLOTRON -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 7-NOV-1990 18:03:27.64
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BIKE
Subj: BMX Gear
We'd like to digitize some pictures for in Cyclotron.
Does anyone out there have BMX helmets, visors, gloves, or BMX
bike paraphernalia which we could use for a shoot? If so, let us
know via return VAXMAIL.
Thanks,
Bonnie
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 8-NOV-1990 10:14:32.88
To: BIKE
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: slapstick mod
I'm done with the mod. You might find it a bit uneasy at first
but I think you'll get used to the tight space around the rom socket.
Farrokh
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 8-NOV-1990 17:17:22.30
To: ALLEN
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: OrCad
I talked to Tanya at Elcor. She found the order from us and says thanks.
And I thank you, too.
Jed
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From: GAWD::MCCARTHY "Pat" 8-NOV-1990 19:34:48.30
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: G1.1 plans.
Meeting to review the current plan for G1.1
When : 2.00 pm Today (friday)
where: Engineering conference room
Sorry for the short notice.
Please respond if you will be there, so that I can contact you if
there is a last minute change.
Pat.
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From: GAWD::NATALIE 9-NOV-1990 11:58:22.94
To: @SURPRISE.DIS
CC:
Subj: READ THIS VERY CAREFULLY.....
SSHHHH!!! It's a SURPRISE!! Andy's birthday is next Thursday, November 15.
He thinks we're having a party for him that day, at the Mandarin House.
But ACTUALLY, it's the day before, WEDNESDAY, at EL TORRITO. So if you happen
to talk to him about it, pretend it's Thursday, Chinese food. But don't
forget to come:
WHEN: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, BE THERE BY NOON. Don't be late!!!
WHERE: EL TORRITO, on 237.
RSVP to this address so I can arrange it with the restaurant.
DON'T FORGET, IT'S A SURPRISE!!!! TRY TO BE DISCRETE. DON'T BLOW IT!!!
WHOEVER BLOWS IT HAS TO PAY FOR THE WHOLE THING!!!!
Thanks,
Natalie
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From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 9-NOV-1990 16:19:26.92
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: CER-7890
==============================================================================
ATARI GAMES CORP COMPONENT EVALUATION REQUEST CER# 7890
==============================================================================
REQUESTED ACTION: NEW PART APPLICATION: R2R Drivers
PROJECT: Race Drivin' USED ON ASSEMBLY: A044998-XX
PART NUMBER: GENERIC: 74BCT2982
DESCRIPTION: 9-Bit D-Latch with 3-State Outputs
MANUFACTURER: TI MFG P/N: 74BCT29823NT
==============================================================================
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 9-NOV-1990 16:36:00.05
To: BURNIAS
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: 74AS823
The Bi-CMOS from TI (the 74BCT29823NT) not only works but produces
a slightly sharper picture on the monitor.
I have submitted a CER and when I get the Atari pn I will ask Art
to ECN the parts list for Compact and Cockpit to use this new part.
I have evaluated the Signetics 74F823 and it will also work. It is
as good as the 74AS823 but is not as good as the 74BCT29823. The
Signetics part is already on the AVL under another number which I
do not have at hand just now.
The preferred part will be the 74BCT29823NT. The 74AS823N (TI) and
74F823N (Signetics) can also be used if necessary.
Jed
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From: KIM::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 9-NOV-1990 16:53:53.29
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Free pass to the LAST LAUGH
I know this is short notice, but looks like I can't use the free
pass for this Sat.(tomorrow). So if you think you can use it, go to the
common area and take it from the bulletin board.
Farrokh
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From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 12-NOV-1990 09:06:32.31
To: MARGOLIN,BURNIAS,RSHERMAN
CC:
Subj: CER-7890 - Completed
From: MIKE::MARGOLIN 9-NOV-1990 16:18:15.85
To: AVL
CC:
Subj: AUTO-CER
==============================================================================
ATARI GAMES CORP COMPONENT EVALUATION REQUEST CER# 7890
==============================================================================
REQUESTED ACTION: NEW PART APPLICATION: R2R Drivers
PROJECT: Race Drivin' USED ON ASSEMBLY: A044998-XX
PART NUMBER: GENERIC: 74BCT2982
DESCRIPTION: 9-Bit D-Latch with 3-State Outputs
MANUFACTURER: TI MFG P/N: 74BCT29823NT
CONTACT: STEVE BUCHHEIT (TI) PHONE: 408-748-2267
COMMENTS:
This is a Bi-CMOS part that will be used instead of a 74AS823 which
is curently unavailable.
==============================================================================
ENGINEERING REPLY/NOTES:
==============================================================================
AVL DESCRIPTION | PART NUMBER
|
| 137513-001
==============================================================================
DISPOSITION: X_APPROVED __DISQUALIFIED __TEMPORARY APPROVAL
__REJECTED __OBSOLETE __RESTRICTED APPROVAL
AVL ACTION: X_ADD VENDOR __ASSIGN NEW P/N __REVISION
__REMOVE VENDOR __CONVERT P/N __STATIC SENSITIVE
==============================================================================
ASSIGNED TO: DATE APPROVED DATE
RS R SHERMAN 12-NOV-1990
==============================================================================
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From: BERT::GRAHAM 12-NOV-1990 09:37:48.94
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Christmas shopping
It's time to start thinking about Christmas!!
Need a gift, or something to decorate your own house?
I've got the solution! At my desk I have handmade
Mr & Mrs Santa Claus dolls. The cost is $25.00 each.
You can buy them as a couple or separately. I'm taking
orders now and they'll be ready in early December.
Come over and take a look at them, they're really
cute!!
Karen Graham
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From: ERNIE::RAY 12-NOV-1990 11:33:24.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE.DIS
CC: RAY
Subj: Use the Aux. Coin Sw.
Hello --
It's me again with another suggestion to keep you from getting
burned when your game goes to Japan.
Besides the Start switches (see prior memo a couple of weeks
ago), you should also provide for the Aux Coin or Service
switch. This switch (Jamma pin R) should give a credit to the
game without clicking the coin counter. I believe the standard
software can handle this -- provided that all of the correct
software "switches" are set.
I suggest you implement this by Field Test so that you have
plenty of time to make sure it works before release (and any
protos going to Japan would work properly).
That's all for now. Sayonara!
John
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From: BERT::BROWN 12-NOV-1990 13:07:31.77
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: BROWN
Subj: REMINDER
IF YOU ARE CONSIDERING CHANGING FROM YOUR PRESENT MEDICAL INSURANCE CARRIER TO
ANOTHER, OR JUST HAVE SOME QUESTIONS ABOUT THE MEDICAL OR DENTAL INSURANCES
THAT YOU E\\\
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BROWN 12-NOV-1990 13:48:56.39
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: BROWN
Subj: Insurance
SORRY, I (YVETTE) SENT THE INSURANCE MESSAGE JUST A LITTLE TO SOON!
IF YOUR INTERESTED IN CHANGING YOUR CURRENT MEDICAL COVERAGE OR HAVE ANY
QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR CURRENT COVERAGE REPRESENATIVES FROM NORTHWESTERN NATIONAL
LIFE, LIFEGUARD, AND KAISER WILL BE IN THE CAFETERIA TOMORROW, NOVEMBER 13,
FROM 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. OPEN ENROLLMENT ENDS DECEMBER 7.
YVETTE
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From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 12-NOV-1990 14:43:50.88
To: RSHERMAN,MARGOLIN,BURNIAS
CC:
Subj: CER-7891 - Completed
From: MIKE::RSHERMAN 12-NOV-1990 13:45:34.17
To: AVL
CC:
Subj: AUTO-CER
==============================================================================
ATARI GAMES CORP COMPONENT EVALUATION REQUEST CER# 7891
==============================================================================
REQUESTED ACTION: AVL CORRECTION APPLICATION:
PROJECT: AVL CLEANUP USED ON ASSEMBLY:
PART NUMBER: 137513-001 GENERIC: 74AS823
DESCRIPTION: IC,FLIP-FLOP,9_BIT,D-TYPE,TRI,24/.300
MANUFACTURER: MFG P/N:
CONTACT: PHONE:
COMMENTS:
RE-ARRANGE 137513-XXX PART NUMBERS AS FOLLOWS:
-001 TO BE TI P/N SN74AS823NT & SN74AS823NT-3
-002 TO BE AMD P/N AM29823APC
-003 TO BE TI P/N SN74BCT29823NT
-004 TO BE SIGNETICS P/N N74F823N
& NATIONAL SEMI P/N 74F823PC
==============================================================================
ENGINEERING REPLY/NOTES:
Add to AVLNOTES: PER JED MARGOLIN 11/12/90
THE -003(SN74BCT29823NT) IS PREFERRED & THE -001(SN74AS823NT)
AND AMD P/N AM29823PC AS WELL AS SIGNETICS N74F823N ARE ALL
USABLE ON DRIVER MAIN BOARD & MULTI-SYNC MAIN BOARD OF
HARD DRIVIN BUT MAY NOT BE MIXED. THE INTERCHANGEABILITY OF THESE
PARTS W/OTHER APPLICATIONS WILL REQUIRE TESTING.
cc: margolin,burnias
==============================================================================
AVL DESCRIPTION | PART NUMBER
|
| 137513-XXX
==============================================================================
DISPOSITION: X_APPROVED __DISQUALIFIED __TEMPORARY APPROVAL
__REJECTED __OBSOLETE __RESTRICTED APPROVAL
AVL ACTION: X_ADD VENDOR X_ASSIGN NEW P/N __REVISION
X_REMOVE VENDOR __CONVERT P/N __STATIC SENSITIVE
==============================================================================
ASSIGNED TO: DATE APPROVED DATE
RS R SHERMAN 12-NOV-1990
==============================================================================
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From: BERT::GROSSMAN 12-NOV-1990 15:48:01.85
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Welcome to Tina Sayson
A belated official welcome to Tina Sayson!
As of November 1, Tina has joined Atari Games as our regular receptionist.
You will recognize Tina as the same friendly face that has been in the
lobby for the past couple months.
Please take a few minutes to stop by and say WELCOME Tina and keep up the
good work!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::BRAD "Gentlemen, we are surrounded by insurmountable opportunities (POGO)" 13-NOV-1990 10:10:09.50
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BRAD
Subj: Tickets still available!
Yes, that's right! There are a few remaining tickets for
Round The Table Carol Sing. Here are the dates that remain:
Fri Nov. 30 6:30pm and 9:30pm
Sat Dec. 1 2pm
Thur Dec. 6 7pm
Sat Dec. 8 2pm
Sun Dec. 9 1:30pm
If you are interested you can call Calvary Baptist Church at (408)356-0223
for more information. For your convenience you can call the church to reserve
your tickets and I'd be happy to pick them up for you.
- brad -
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::RAMPART 13-NOV-1990 10:56:13.17
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC:
Subj: Battle
Be a part of something historic, help us find any bugs we might
have in our release version. Play our game in the common area and
blow the jelly out of your partners castle. Be a wall boy and we will
be proud of you for participating in this challenging quest for bugfree
entertainment.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::KELLER 13-NOV-1990 10:59:55.54
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: NINTENDO SYSTEM FOR SALE
IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED IN BUYING A NINTENDO SYSTEM CALL ME @ X3759.
FOR THE LOW COST OF $55.00/OBO. MY NAME IS KAREN BY THE WAY.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::KELLER 13-NOV-1990 11:09:52.48
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: NINTENDO SYSTEM
THE SYSTEM HAS BEEN SOLD. THANX
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::GRAHAM 13-NOV-1990 13:56:05.65
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
The print-outs around the 'IT' printer are getting
knee deep. If you've printed something, please
come and pick it up. (Everything left will get
tossed tomorrow!)
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::FRANZELLA "Yvette" 13-NOV-1990 15:56:58.43
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: TIMECARDS
ALL NON-EXEMPT EMPLOYEES:
DUE TO THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY, TIMECARDS FOR WEEK ENDING NOVEMBER 17
ARE DUE-IN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 BY 9:00 a.m.
(NO EXCEPTIONS PLEASE)
CHECKS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED ON NOVEMBER 21.
THANK YOU
PAYROLL
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::MARGOLIN 13-NOV-1990 16:15:54.30
To: FREITAS
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: Labels
I need more ok labels for the new batch of 644 137665-1020s that we will be
programming. (Actually, Emmette will be programming them.)
I will need a bunch Wednesday afternoon.
Thanks,
Jed
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::ERDMANN 13-NOV-1990 17:43:25.90
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: another baby!
Sharon Plotkin, our temporary artist that was replacing
Kris Moser while Kris was on maternity leave had her baby!
It was a boy and his name is Benjamen Hefner Slagle
7lbs 1oz
22" long
He was born Sat. night at 8:45pm. Sharon and Ben are doing fine...oh
yea, and Paul too!!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::HOBGOOD 14-NOV-1990 08:12:11.10
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: bargain hunters
Though it seems there are few serious shoppers at Atari or Tengen you
still have a chance to look at (and purchase) some of the merchandise
from S.F.'s "south of Market St. outlets".
There will be a Sale/Party at Days Inn in Santa Clara (4200 Great
America Pkwy-next to Bennigans) on Thursday, Dec 6th from 4 til 9pm.
THERE IS NO COST TO GET IN ....BUT the organizer of this event would
like an RSVP by Nov 28th.
Please let me know if you are interested in attending and I will put
you name on the list of attendees.
Loraine
x3757
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "Tina" 14-NOV-1990 09:01:58.01
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: CAFETERIA-TRAYS
IF ANYONE HAS LUNCH TRAYS IN THERE POSSESIONS , PLEASE BRING FORWARD
TO THE CAFETERIA.
THANK YOU,
SOPHIE
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::MCCARTHY "Pat" 14-NOV-1990 10:05:35.59
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: Pat Brosnan is in town.
Pat Brosnan from Atari Ireland is in town. You may have seen him
around the building. He will be here through Thursday.
If you would like to see him, please reply via VAX mail, and I will
make sure he gets the massage. He is using Jim Morris' old office
(also known as John Rays old office) if you want to drop by, or leave
him a message. The phone there is 3978.
Pat.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::PIERCE 14-NOV-1990 11:28:23.29
To: RAY, MCCARTHY, LEE, MONCRIEF, BEHENSKY, MARGOLIN, HARPER, SMITHSON, SALWITZ, AKERS, LIPSON
CC: PIERCE
Subj: Didn't we miss a meeting.
Hello
Due to cirustances and incisions beyond my control
the communications meeting never happened. I also understand
there have been developments which will require our team to
have a more powerfull hardware.
LET'S DO A MEETING. Please everybody attend so we
don't have anymore stepped on toes or duplicated efforts.
How about Friday the 16th at 2:00??
RSVP PLEASE.
MSP
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::MARGOLIN 14-NOV-1990 13:08:07.63
To: KIM::PIERCE
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: RE: Didn't we miss a meeting.
sounds good to me
Jed
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From: BERT::OPERATOR "TINA" 14-NOV-1990 15:04:08.99
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: MESSAGE
JED,
CRIS CARROL OF SIGNETICS CALLED FOR YOU AT 1:40 PM., PLEASE CAL BACK AT
991-3761.
THANK YOU,
TINA
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BROWN 14-NOV-1990 17:19:23.88
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: BROWN
Subj: NORTHWESTERN NATIONAL LIFE REP
ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 WHEN THE REPRESENTATIVES FROM THE OTHER TWO MEDICAL
INSURANCE COMPANIES MET WITH INTERESTED EMPLOYEES, THE NWNL REPRESENTATIVE WAS
UNABLE TO BE PRESENT.
ON THIS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, FROM 10:00 TIL 11:00, THERE WILL BE A REP FROM
NWNL IN THE CAFETERIA TO ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THAT INSURANCE. THIS
IS YOUR CHANCE!
SANDI
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::FUJIHARA 15-NOV-1990 09:28:35.24
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: FUJIHARA
Subj: REPLAY MAGAZINE HUNT
We are doing a competitor game search for legal and are still missing certain
issues of RePlay. I would very much appreciate any help in looking around
for the SEPTEMBER issues for these years:
1980
1981
1983
1985
1988
We want the September issues because these are the directories which list
all the product introductions. If you find any of these in your area, please
let me know.
Thanks in advance for any help you can provide.
Mary
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "TINA" 16-NOV-1990 09:02:56.03
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: MESSAGE
GOODMORNING JED,
PLEASE CALL DR. xxxxxx'S OFFICE AT xxx-xxxx, HE CALLED FOR YOU AT 8:40AM.
THANK YOU,
TINA
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::PIERCE 16-NOV-1990 10:46:47.75
To: RAY, MCCARTHY, LEE, MONCRIEF, BEHENSKY,MARGOLIN, HARPER, SMITHSON, SALWITZ, AKERS, LIPSON
CC: PIERCE
Subj: Comm. Board Meeting.
Hello
A reminder that the Communication Board meeting
will be at 2:00 pm Today, Friday the 16th, in the
engineering conference room. Coffee and Donuts (if there
are any left) will be available.
Please welcome others that might be interested.
MSP
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::MOTT 16-NOV-1990 10:53:12.66
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Linked Race Drivin'--PLEASE PLAY!!!
Come play the new linked version of Race Drivin' in the
Engineering Common area!! Race your friend who's always telling
you what a low lap time s/he gets or find a bug in my select
screen algorithm!!
TO PLAY: BOTH PLAYERS MUST SELECT THE 2-PLAYER TRACK
(THE SAME TRACK)
Have Fun!!! and as always, let us know of any bugs
--WRITE COMMENTS ON THE SHEETS ON TOP OF THE GAMES!!!!
THANKSSSS!!!!!!
Hard/Race Drivin' Team
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::MARGOLIN 16-NOV-1990 19:59:07.23
To: BRYANT
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: ROMs
You are right about the DSK Parts List for A047724-02 calling out
136078-1028 and 136078-1029. They were the same as 136077-1028
and 136077-1029 and we released them that way. Now that they are
off it doesn't matter.
By the way, I didn't get time to work on the PLD665 programmer. I
will work on it Monday.
Jed
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 19-NOV-1990 08:16:21.88
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Twin Peaks
Oh my God! I'm like so blonde. Saturday I went to the mall and then
right to the club. Did I remember to tape Twin Peaks? No way!
Somebody help me!!!!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::MARGOLIN 19-NOV-1990 16:41:29.97
To: WRIGHTNOUR
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: New Self-Test ROMs for Compact Race Drivin'
I have made the changes to Compact Race Drivin' Self-Test. I have
given the masters (136078-2001 and 136078-2002) to Rick Owens. Also,
I have asked Joe Dieu to ECN the parts list.
If you do not have the ROMs Tuesday morning please feel free to bug
Rick Owens.
Jed
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::MOTT 20-NOV-1990 15:47:56.40
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: 401-k Fund Options: Vote!
I encourage you to vote for the Money Market Fund.
ADVANTAGES:
1. Your principle is guaranteed by the U.S. Government
instead of by an insurance company.
2. The fund has out performed the GIC in the last
2 years.
In these times of economic uncertainty, my feeling is that it is
better to play it safe. If you have any other comments, i'd be
interested.
Steph Mott
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 20-NOV-1990 15:53:44.06
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: 401k
We all know, however, that private insurance companies have out-performed
the US government for many years.
P.S. This is not an endorsement for a vote one way or another, just
an observation
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::DROBNY "Buddy Flyback" 20-NOV-1990 16:55:42.85
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: My Honeywell Entry Card
If anyone see's a Honeywell entry card (key floating around, it is
probably mine and I would appreciate it if you would return it to me or let
me know who has it or where it is. The last time I know of having it was I
extracted some EPROMs from the Rampart game down in the new Tengen area.
I have been to Pleasant hill since then and noticed when I tried to get back
into the building I was cardless. Thanks
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BROWN 20-NOV-1990 19:33:09.68
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: BROWN
Subj: U.S. MAIL
WE ARE REQUESTING THAT ALL OUTGOING U.S. MAIL BE PUT INTO THE MAIL SLOTS BY 12
NOON TODAY SO THAT MAIL CAN BE STAMPED AND MAILED EARLY. DENNIS NALE WILL BE
OUT THIS AFTERNOON. IF THIS IS A MAJOR PROBLEM, PLEASE CALL EITHER SANDI AT
X3751, OR CYNDE AT X3754.
HUMAN RESOURCES
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BROWN 20-NOV-1990 19:44:11.45
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: BROWN
Subj: U.S. MAIL REVISITED
IN MY LAST MAIL MESSAGE REGARDING U.S. MAIL, BY "TODAY" I MEANT WEDNESDAY,
NOVEMBER 21. THAT IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU SEND MAIL MESSAGES AT 7:30 P.M.,
YOU ALREADY THINK IT IS THE NEXT DAY.
TO RECAP, PLEASE HAVE ALL OUTGOING U.S. MAIL IN THE MAIL SLOTS BY 12 NOON ON
WEDNESDAY, THANKSGIVING EVE.
SANDI
___________________________________________________________________________
From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 21-NOV-1990 09:27:20.11
To: MONCRIEF,MARGOLIN,OWENS,MEYETTE
CC:
Subj: Race/Compact Release doc's
The Race/Compact release documentation is incorrect. It specifies the following:
--
Race Drivin' (Compact): North American Rev 1.7 11/19/90
MultiSync PCB
Program Memory is 16 bits (High Byte and Low Byte).
All files are on EE$USERDISK:[Driver.RaceVersions.ROMREVA] unless otherwise noted.
--
EE$USERDISK:[Driver.RaceVersions.ROMREVA] contains no AROMREL.DOC
Please correct this to show the exact location and name of the release
documentation. Paragraph 5.2.1 of the release procedure (191005) requires
the file to be located and named as follows:
NODE:[(project-name).RELEASE]AROMREL.DOC
From: MIKE::BELL "COMPONENT ENGINEERING - EXT 1750" 21-NOV-1990 10:40:18.46
To: OWENS,MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: 136078 - RACE MEMORY MASTERS
136078 - HARD DRIVIN/RACE COMPACT MEMORY MASTERS 21-Nov-1990
Page 1
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION
136078-1001 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,210R
136078-1002 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,200R
136078-1003 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,210S
136078-1004 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,200S
136078-1005 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,210T
136078-1006 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,200T
136078-1007 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,210U
136078-1008 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,200U
136078-1009 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,210V
136078-1010 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,200V
136078-1011 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,210W
136078-1012 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,200W
136078-1013 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,210X
136078-1014 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,200X
136078-1015 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,210Y
136078-1016 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,200Y
136078-1030 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-170,30E
136078-1031 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-170,10E
136078-2001 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,210R
136078-2002 IC,EPROM,HARD_DRIVIN/RACE,COMPACT,137448-200,200R
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "TINA" 21-NOV-1990 11:33:43.03
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
CHRISTMAS IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER! HERE IS THE PERFECT GIFT FOR THAT
SPECIAL PERSON WHO JUST LOVES DOLLS AND BUNNIES. THERE IS AVAILABLE
HANDMADE- ASSORTED STYLES BUNNIES ON STANDS, AND DOLLS ON STANDS.
FOR MORE INFORMATION YOU MAY COME TO THE FRONT LOBBY FOR THE ACTUAL
PICTURES, AND PRICES.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::RUSTY 21-NOV-1990 11:43:21.97
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: RUSTY
Subj: Moving Sale...
Some friends of mine are moving and have ended up with a few things that
they no longer need (or have space for!) All of the appliances listed below
are fully working. If you have interest in any of these, let me know (via
vaxmail) and I will get additional information and/or let you know how to pick
them up. They want $50 (or best offer) per item. You will need to pick up
item!
***SALE*** ***SALE*** ***SALE*** ***SALE***
Coffee table:
About 4 feet long, 2 feet wide.
Syle: Colonial American (in perfect condition)
Washing Machine:
Kenmore, avacado, 10 years old
Dryer #1:
Maytag, white, electric, 10 years old
Dryer #2:
Kenmore, cream, electric, 8 years old
Portable Dishwasher:
Kenmore, Free standing (on wheels), has counter top, 5 years old
Thanks,
Rusty
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::STARK 21-NOV-1990 13:01:16.18
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,@SYS$MAIL:ANIMATORS,@SYS$MAIL:MARKETING
CC: LOIS
Subj: models & associated paperwork
Several projects are in the process of digitizing live models for
animation/attract screens. If this applies to you OR may apply to
you in the future, please note the following procedure for paperwork...
Three forms are involved:
1) RELEASE FORM: this form gives Atari legal rights to the use of
the model's image and/or voice. Each project may have special
circumstances (Ex. Cyclotron used minors, requiring an extra
line for the parent to sign). Consequently, ALWAYS get your
release form DIRECTLY from Berry Kane. The completed form should
be xeroxed (you keep xerox, Berry gets original).
2) W-9: for tax purposes.
3) CONTRACTOR INVOICE: essentially, a timecard. Both the W-9 and
the Contractor Invoice can be obtained from Lois. Xerox completed
forms. You keep copy, Lois gets originals (attach W-9 and Invoice).
She will deliver the completed forms to finance for payment. It
takes 2-3 weeks for payment (be smart - tell your model 4 weeks).
Regardless who does the paperwork, the project leader is ultimately
responsible for it's completion.
The above forms are not necessary when the subject is an Atari Employee.
When dealing with agencies, payment is made to the agency who then pays
the model. For information on the purchase/rental of props & costumes,
refer to Rob Rowe.
gary
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BMAN 21-NOV-1990 13:12:35.25
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: BMAN
Subj: BATMAN!
The BATMAN game is now in the common area! Please play/abuse/debug
at your leisure! We hope to go out to field test this afternoon
(providing that no MAJOR bugs are found...we hope, we hope, we hope...)
Thanx!
The Batboys
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 21-NOV-1990 13:51:36.04
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj:
I don't want to bitch and moan cuz, after all, tomorrow is a holiday.
But, golly gee whiz, all of our cute red strippers are gone except
one pair. We have gobs of these since the are the lifeblood of our
department. I'm sure you just came to get some wire and inadvertently
took the strippers with you. Could you look around and drop them by?
Thanks, we would love to see you.
Bye now
Babycakes
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::JACKIE 21-NOV-1990 14:13:01.32
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
Just a little note to inform everyone about the opportunity to buy some
wonderful last minute gifts for the people in your life. I will have a
catalog at my desk beginning Monday 11/26 which contains skin care,
cosmetics, fragrances (for men and women), clothing for women and
accessories. Come by and take a look or to get more information.
I am located in sales and marketing Monday, Wed. and Friday afternoons.
My name is Hilary. Hope to see you all there. Thanks and have a super
Turkey day!
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::DOWNEND 21-NOV-1990 14:29:27.03
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Missing PC
Who took the PC/AT clone from the cubicle with the Data I/O and IMI EPROM
programmers? Please respond to Downend (x1719) or VAX mail.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR "TINA" 21-NOV-1990 15:36:25.94
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
ATTENTION ALL EMPLOYEES......... THE MAIN LOBBY ( 675 ) WILL BE CLOSED
ON THURSDAY 11/22/90 AND ON FRIDAY 11/23/90, DUE TO THE HOLIDAY.
HOLIDAY WISHES TO ALL
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::BRAD "Gentlemen, we are surrounded by insurmountable opportunities (POGO)" 26-NOV-1990 11:34:05.64
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BRAD
Subj: Charts
I am looking for a software package that will enable me to print
out presentation-level charts (like histograms). The software needs to run
on either a PC or MACINTOSH (or the VAX or UNIX for that matter). If you have
any recommendations for purchase or even software that I could borrow to
try out I'd appreciate it.
- brad -
x3788
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::FRANZELLA "Yvette" 26-NOV-1990 12:10:54.87
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: MESSAGE
THIS MESSAGE IS TO REMIND YOU THAT TICKETS TO THE
COMPANY CHRISTMAS PARTY WILL GO ON SALE TOMORROW
NOV. 26 FOR ALL TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES. THE TICKETS
ARE GOING FAST DON'T WAIT!
ALSO WEDNESDAY, NOV. 28 IS THE LAST DAY TO TURN IN
YOUR ORDERS AND MONEY FOR SEE'S CANDY.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CALL ME (YVETTE) AT
EXT. 5850.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::RAY 26-NOV-1990 14:42:45.25
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,STEWART,SMITH,BRESHEARS,FREITAS,BRYANT,HINDORFF
CC: RAY
Subj: Walkabout Friday -- 11/30/90 -- 3:30-5:00
This Friday is Walkabout Friday (tm)!!
Natalie Burgess has volunteered to host this special event!!
The festivities will begin at 3:30 in the Alpha, Nu, and
Omega labs in Engineering. Please come by the labs, sample the
munchies, play the games, and give your feedback (positive and
negative).
Friday, Nov. 30, 1990
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Alpha, Nu, Omega Labs
John
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From: KIM::BURGESS "Andrew" 26-NOV-1990 15:21:44.75
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: WiseGuy and Broken Badges
With the holiday festivities, I forgot to set my recorder...
Does anyone out there have Saturday nights "Broken Badges" and/or
"WiseGuy" on tape (Beta or VHS)????
Thanks in advance,
Andy
Burgess
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From: KIM::MILTY 28-NOV-1990 11:15:22.31
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER,SYSTEM
CC:
Subj: KETBOARD NEEDED
I NEED A "COMPANY" KEYBOARD FOR AN "IBM AT KLONE" ,....A 101 ENHANCED
OR SIMILAR
MY KEYBOARD HAS A BROKEN SPACEBAR (MECHANICAL PROBLEM).
PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS ADDRESS IF YOU CAN HELP.
THANX MILTY
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From: BERT::OPERATOR "TINA" 28-NOV-1990 11:26:31.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: ** RAIDERS ** STARTER JACKET
FOR SALE: A RAIDERS OFFICIAL STARTER JACKET, AN EXCLUSIVE BLACK LEATHER
& SUEDE ( COMBINED ), LINED WITH SILVER SATIN. STILL NEW, SIZE LARGE.
THIS IS A VERY HEAVY JACKET. MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE. IT'S ONLY GOING
FOR $250.OO OR BEST OFFER, WHICH IS MORE THAN 50% OFF THE RETAIL
VALUE OF $479.00. IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED ....PLEASE CALL ME ( BRIGITTE )
AT EXT. 412. SPRED THE WORD TO THOSE RAIDERS FANS !!!!!!!
PS. BY THE WAY, MY NAME IS BRIGITTE SIMMONS AND I'M WITH TENGEN.
THANK YOU,
BRIGITTE EXT. 412
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From: MIKE::BRYANT 28-NOV-1990 12:09:33.37
To: MOORE,MONCRIEF,MARGOLIN,STEWART,SMITH
CC:
Subj: PLD65 IC
Gentlemen:
Our current production schedule in PCB requires the availability of
this programmed part in greater quantities than has been heretofor available
to us. I know that I initially asked Rick to support us to the tune of about
75 parts a day, however at this time it appears that I underestimated our
usage. I would like to request approximately 120 parts daily if possible,
and in particular I would like to get as many as possible today. If we
in production can supply any manpower that would help to expedite this process
please say so and we will happy to oblige. Thanks for any and all support
you can give me in this matter (Atari p/n 137665-200).
Regards,
Rob
p.s. As of this morning, Nov. 28 AM, we have received a total of 734 parts
from you.
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From: BERT::GROSSMAN 28-NOV-1990 14:44:20.02
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: HOLIDAY GIFT IDEA
A SPECIAL offer for all you ATARIANS AND TENGENITES ....................
Here is your chance to do your Holiday buying without ever leaving the
building.
ENTERTAINMENT '91 is a 2 for 1 dinner and entertainment program that
runs through October 1991. By purchasing this coupon book, you and a
guest can dine at elegant places or stop by a participating fast food
place. Also included in the program are discount movies, special
events, sporting activities, hotels, etc. The price for all this is
only $35.00! If you are interested in purchaing the ENTERTAINMENT '91
book, let me know before December 12.
If you want to take a look at last year's book, stop by my office or
the Main Lobby.
Don't forget - if you want to order one or more books - I need to know
BEFORE DECEMBER 12 for delivery on or before December 21.
cynde
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From: GAWD::SHEPPERD 28-NOV-1990 18:54:17.71
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: So you are having MAIL problems, eh?
An important MAIL file was destroyed today (wednesday) so I restored it
from a copy made on tuesday night.
Among the things stored in this file is your NEW MAIL COUNT. This means
that your count of new mail messages will no longer be in synch with your
actual mail message count. What you may get is a message at login saying
you have new mail, but you actually don't or it'll say you have 3 messages
when you only have one (for example).
To fix this problem, type READ/NEW while at the MAIL> prompt and ignore
any error messages you might get (such as "...no new mail..."). This
will reset the new mail count to its correct value.
If you made any changes today to your personal mail environment such as
forwarding,personal name, mail directory, etc. (Any of the things you can set
with a SET command), they will have been lost.
I don't know why the mail file got wiped out. It probably was a result of
the very disturbing system crashes that are happening with increasing frequency.
ds
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From: KIM::LOGG 29-NOV-1990 09:11:28.45
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: IBM monitors
A friend of a friend is looking to buy an IBM monitor for their PC.
Does anyone out there have one they would like to sell? I do not know what
kind of video board they have so let me know of the special requirements to
use your monitor.
Thanks
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::STARK 30-NOV-1990 10:15:27.79
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: free bird...
Parakeet - free to good home.
Gary Stark
x 1766
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 30-NOV-1990 11:07:13.66
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: moving movies mover
Finally at long lost I can recommend a movie on TV. Tonight on channel
36 at 8 pm "Trip to Bountiful" is being broadcast. Geraldine Page won an
Oscar for her portrayal of an old woman who wants to return to her home
on last time. I loved this movie.
Then this weekend trip on down to the best popcorn in town at Camera 3
and see "To Sleep with Anger" starring Danny Glover. Now is the time
to see it, not later when Glover wins the Oscar and the line gets long.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::BROWN 1-DEC-1990 10:04:37.66
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: BROWN
Subj: CAFETERIA
EFFECIVE MONDAY, DECEMBER 3 THROUGH APPROXIMATELY JANUARY 14, 1991, THE
CAFETERIA WILL BE CLOSED. WHEN IT RE-OPENS, IT WILL BE UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT.
FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, A CATERING TRUCK WILL ARRIVE ON THE EAST SIDE OF
BUILDING 675 (IN FRONT OF THE ENGINEERING LOBBY) AT APPROXIMATELY 11:00 A.M.
EVERY DAY. ARRANGEMENTS WILL ALSO BE MADE FOR A CATERING TRUCK TO SERVICE
BUILDING 735 AT THEIR APPROPRIATE LUNCH HOUR. SODA AND SNACK MACHINES WILL
REMAIN AVAILABLE.
HUMAN RESOURCES
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From: BERT::OPERATOR "TINA" 3-DEC-1990 13:18:05.61
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: FLOWERS
THE FLOWERMAN HAS AVAILABLE, CHRISTMAS TABLE CENTERPIECES. THERE IS A
PICTURE OF THE CENTERPIECE AT THE FRONT LOBBY. ORDERS NEEDED TO BE IN
BY DECEMBER 12,1990 AND WILL BE DELIVERED ON DECEMBER 21,1990. THE
PRICE IS $22.50.
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From: BERT::MEYETTE 3-DEC-1990 13:31:35.28
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: TAHOE SKI CABIN
I am looking to rent a cabin near Lake Tahoe, preferably near Incline, over the
weekend of January 4-6, for 3 adults and 3 (well behaved) kids. We will leave
the place cleaner than we found it, and I can provide you references from other
people we have rented from if necessary.
Anybody there in vaxland have any leads?
Rick
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From: BERT::OPERATOR "TINA" 3-DEC-1990 15:27:44.73
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: VISITOR- BADGES
REMINDER- TO EMPLOYEES WITH VISITORS, PLEASE HELP WITH THE BADGES.
IF THERE ARE ANY AROUND IN YOUR POSSESION, PLEASE BRING FORWARD TO
THE FRONT LOBBY. WE HAVE A SHORTAGE.
THANK YOU,
TINA
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From: BERT::LINDA "Evening Receptionist" 3-DEC-1990 16:43:11.75
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: GIFT CERTIFICATE
IS THERE A MUSIC FANATIC ON YOUR CHRISTMAS LIST? ARE YOU UNSURE OF WHICH
TITLES TO PURCHASE? I HAVE THE SOLUTION....A GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR $75.00
AT RAINBOW RECORDS. IT'S AVAILABLE FOR THE BARGAIN PRICE OF $70.00!! IF
ANYONE IS INTERESTED, MY NAME IS LORENE AND YOU CAN FIND ME AT THE FRONT
DESK WITH TINA.
LORENE
X444
4:43, 12/3/90
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From: KIM::DOWNEND 3-DEC-1990 18:28:58.36
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: Rampart PCB's for ATE, London
Apparently, I did not tell enough people the plan - I hope this
distribution list will do it.
There will be (5) Rampart games on display at the ATE show in London,
1/7-1/10/90. One is the 33" display module shipping out of Milpitas this week.
Four are 25" family cabinets to be built in Ireland.
We are supplying (6) PCB's altogether:
(1) PCB is to ship with the 33" module - Ireland needs it to test
the 4 they are building
(5) PCB's will be hand-carried in early January to equip the
(4) family cabinets and to have one spare PCB.
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From: BERT::FRANZELLA "Yvette" 4-DEC-1990 09:48:29.32
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: MESSAGE
TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO BUY TICKETS FOR THE CHRISTMAS PARTY, I NEED TO TURN
THE DINNER ORDER IN BY 2 O'CLOCK TODAY! AFTER 2 O'CLOCK TODAY TICKETS WILL
NOT BE SOLD.. NO EXCEPTIONS!
YVETTE FRANZELLA
X5850
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From: BERT::BROWN 4-DEC-1990 13:23:38.70
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: BROWN
Subj: ATARI CORP LYNX
ATARI CORPORATION IS GIVING ATARI GAMES EMPLOYEES THE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE
THEIR LYNX HAND HELD GAME FOR $137.75 (RETAILS FOR $189) AND THE GAME CARTS FOR
$19.95 - $22.50, DEPENDING ON TITLE.
IF INTERESTED, SEE BECKY DEPEW BY FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14.
HUMAN RESOURCES
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From: BERT::BROWN 4-DEC-1990 17:26:48.35
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: BROWN
Subj: open enrollment
JUST A REMINDER THAT THIS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, IS THE LAST CHANCE YOU HAVE TO
CHANGE FROM ONE MEDICAL PLAN TO ANOTHER, OR TO ADD A DEPENDENT/S. IF YOU WISH
TO MAKE ANY OF THESE CHANGES, PLEASE CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES.
SANDI
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From: GAWD::CALFEE 5-DEC-1990 09:23:44.37
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Tengen open house
MEMORANDUM
DATE: December 4, 1990
TO: All Atari Games Employees
FROM: Tengen Inc. Employees
SUBJECT: OPEN HOUSE/FACILITY TOUR
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
We at Tengen cordially invite all of you at Atari Games to come
for refreshments and door prizes, and to tour our new facility
during our "Open House" on Friday, December 7, 1990, from 3:30 -
5:30 p.m.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::CALFEE 5-DEC-1990 14:44:43.76
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: Tengens new rescheduled, changed open house plans
MEMORANDUM
DATE: December 5, 1990
TO: All Atari Games Employees
FROM: Tengen
SUBJECT: OPEN HOUSE/FACILITY TOUR
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
Due to conflicts arising from the Atari Games/Tengen Christmas
party on the evening of Friday, December 7, and in response to
popular demand, we have changed the date originally planned for
our "Open House and Facility Tour".
You are all now cordially invited to come for refreshments, door
prizes and a tour of our new facility during our "Christmas Open
House" on Friday, December 14, 1990, from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m .
We look forward to seeing all of you at that time.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 5-DEC-1990 17:17:04.59
To: @SM:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: CELPROCESS update
I put a new version of CELPROCESS in UTL$PPS: which expands on the /XDEF
command. The new format of /XDEF is
/XDEF = num [[, first], format]
where: []'s represent optional values
num = the XDEF value as before
first = 1 to limit XDEF to the first label only, 0 otherwise
format = a printf-type format string to use for the label
text (defaults to "section %d")
Also with this change comes the ability for you to specify any numeric values
in octal or hex. An octal number is assumed if the number begins with '0'
(zero), hex is assumed if the number begins with '0x' or '0X'. Let me know
if this causes great tragedy.
-- jim
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From: BERT::LOIS 5-DEC-1990 17:18:41.73
To: @SYS$MAIL:MOOREGANG
CC: LOIS
Subj: Disclosure Statements
Disclosure Statements for the Money Market Fund and the Guaranteed Investment
Contract Fund are available for anyone interested in reading them. They are
in a black binder located on the file cabinet (in front of the white board) in
my office. Monthly Performance Reports are also included.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::OPERATOR 6-DEC-1990 14:11:34.96
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: GIFT CERTIFICATE (PRICE REDUCTION)
GOOD AFTERNOON, EVERYBODY!
THE MESSAGE THAT I SENT ON TUESDAY OF THIS WEEK, ADVERTISING A $75.00 GIFT
CERTIFICATE (RAINBOW RECORDS) FOR $70.00, IS BEING REVISED. THE PRICE IS
NOW ...$60.00... I REALLY DO NEED TO GET RID OF THIS, PREFERRABLY BY THE
WEEKEND. I BOUGHT THIS AS A GIFT FOR SOMEONE WHO TURNED OUT TO BE A CHAM-
ELEON. SO WHEN THIS PERSON SHOWED THEIR TRUE COLORS, THERE WAS NO WAY I WAS
GOING TO GIVE A $75.00 PRESENT TO THEM. PLEASE HELP ME IN PARTING WITH THIS.
AGAIN, IT'S A $75.00 GIFT CERTIFICATE, FOR USE AT RAINBOW RECORDS, FOR ONLY
$60.00!! THIS IS A SAVINGS OF $15.00, NOT TO MENTION THAT YOU DON'T HAVE TO
GO TO THE MALL WITH ALL THOSE CRAZY CHRISTMAS SHOPPERS!!
THANK YOU,
LORENE, X-444
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From: BERT::BROWN 7-DEC-1990 10:24:32.14
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC: BROWN
Subj: messages
COULD EVERYONE PLEASE HAVE ALL MAIL IN THE MAIL STATIONS
BY 3:30 TODAY. THANK YOU.
HUMAN RESOURCES
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From: GAWD::CALFEE 7-DEC-1990 10:52:59.96
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: To buy a Sega Genesis or Genesis carts....
Merry Christmas Everyone!
If you would like to buy a Sega Genesis or any Genesis carts, this is your big
chance. We have a complete wholesale price list from Sega, and will be placing
an order next week. I expect to get delivery in about a week.
To place an order, call Lisa at the Tengen direct order desk (extension 491).
Lisa will tell you the price, or you can come back to Siberia (TENGEN) and
visit her in person and get a copy of the entire price list. You will need to
give Lisa a check or charge card number by Wednesday December 12 so that we can
place one large order for all of Tengen/Atari Games.
Steve C.
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From: MIKE::SMITH 10-DEC-1990 09:12:52.18
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: VIRTUAL REALITY CONFERENCE
There is a conference and exhibit in San Francisco that is devoted exclusively
to VIRTUAL REALITY, the theory, practice, and promise. It is being held today
and tommorow in the city at:
Cathedral Hill Hotel
Van Ness & Geary
Free exhibit hall admission
December 10 : 11:00am - 6:30pm
December 11 : 10:00am - 4:00pm
I assume that we must pay for the conference sessions. You can call Meckler
Conference Managment (800) 635-5537 or (203) 226-6967 to get a listing of the
sessions and registration information.
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From: KIM::LOGG 10-DEC-1990 09:25:33.65
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Mistletoe
MISTLETOE
$1.00
The Boy Scouts of America Troop 30 is selling mistletoe to
pay for their activities for the next year. Please come to
the Engineering Common area and pick up a bag or two. If you
cannot come call Ed at x1739 and I will deliver.
Thanks
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From: MIKE::HOBGOOD 10-DEC-1990 12:46:43.00
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS
KARYL SUTTON HAS BROUGHT IN SOME VERY CHARMING ITEMS THAT HER
MOTHER MAKES AND SELLS. THEY ARE ON DISPLAY IN THE FINANCE
COMMON AREA. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO COME BY AND BROWSE.
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From: BERT::OPERATOR 11-DEC-1990 09:04:02.14
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: LAST LAUGH TICKETS
WE HAVE AVAILABLE AT THE FRONT LOBBY, FREE ADMISSION TICKETS TO THE
LAST LAUGH - PAVILLION 150 SOUTH FIRST SREET.
* DATE : DECEMBER 20,1990
* DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 PM
* SHOWTIME : 8:30 PM.
* RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
PLEASE COME TO THE FRONT LOBBY FOR MORE INFORMATION AND COUPONS
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From: BERT::CAMERON "Somebody has to write this junk" 11-DEC-1990 11:17:03.38
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: TV Tube
Last night I Love Lucy was televised in color. (Blue kitchen cupboards?)
Next thing you know, they will be painting the Golden Gate Bridge yellow.
isn't it yellow already, Sadie?
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From: KIM::BJORKQUIST 11-DEC-1990 11:28:45.66
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: CONCERT TICKETS
OAKLAND COLISEUM
HEART/CHEAP TRICK . . . . . DEC.12 '90 CONCERT DATE
6 GREAT SEATS SEC #23 ROW H
ELEVATED SIDE OF STAGE
4 GREAT SEATS SEC #23 ROW D
ON SALE NOW AT FACE VALUE $30 EA.
**************************************************************
NEW YEARS EVE SOLD OUT CONCERTS
LYNARD SKYNARD. . .RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS
CALL NOW FOR RESERVATIONS
"SWEET SEATS"
(xxx)xxx-xxxx
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From: KIM::CHING 11-DEC-1990 14:07:58.15
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: NES Pit Fighter Brain Storming Session
Tomorrow, Weds. the 11th, at 3:00 in the Tengen Executive Conference room.
Open to everybody. 1 hour. Bring yourselves and award-winning ideas.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: KIM::DURFEY 11-DEC-1990 14:21:55.22
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Warner Snafoo
Did anyone but myself and former Atarian, Paul Mancuso, receive a notice
from the IRS reguarding an alleged IRA distribution from Warner Communications
for the 1988 tax year? Supposedly a 1099 was issued, but I didn't ever cash any
such check! Was this a computer glitch from the last months power failure on
Wall Street or ?
I don't even have an IRA account.
Any ideas, please contact me.
erik
x 1755
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From: BERT::MEYETTE 11-DEC-1990 15:47:37.71
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Warner Snafoo
Everyone who worked for Atari in 1985 will probably receive this notice from
the IRS. It concerns the distribution of stock from the Warner ESOP (Employee
Stock Option Plan) that was distributed that year. You will also receive a
follow-up letter from an accounting firm stating that they supplied the IRS
erroneous information concerning this distribution (a 1099 form stating the
distribution was done in 1988).
You are still obligated to respond in writing to this letter from the IRS and
dispute the proposed increase in taxes for that year. I sent them copies of the
1985 1099 from Warner for this distribution and a copy of my income tax return
for 1985 to show that I claimed the distribution.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: BERT::GROSSMAN 11-DEC-1990 16:14:01.74
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: YOUR LAST 2 FOR 1 CHANCE
TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12 IS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO ORDER
ENTERTAINMENT '91 DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS. IF YOU WANT TO PLACE
AN ORDER, LET ME KNOW BEFORE THE END OF THE DAY. COST IS $35.00.
SAMPLE BOOKS ARE LOCATED IN THE MAIN LOBBY AND IN MY OFFICE.
cynde
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From: KIM::PETRICK "Jim Petrick" 11-DEC-1990 17:31:14.42
To: @SM:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: CELPROCESS change
I made a change to CELPROCESS that increases the size of the x and y offsets
from a byte to a word. This change is only in the /OPTIM=8 mode. It is to
prevent offsets from wrapping around in large cels. Let me know if this causes
you grief somehow.
-- jim
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From: KIM::SYSTEM "Colossus/Guardian" 11-DEC-1990 18:07:12.53
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: Your file is back
From: KIM::MARGOLIN 11-DEC-1990 18:19:25.67
To: KIM::SYSTEM
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: RE: Your file is back
Thank you.
Jed
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From: BERT::GRAHAM 12-DEC-1990 12:13:08.69
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj:
ANY NIGHT OWLS OUT THERE? I was wondering
if anyone watched Nightline last night. The
commercials said that for security reasons
they could not announce who the guest would be,
and I was curious who it was (I couldn't stay
awake long enough to find out). If you watched
please let me know!
Thanks,
Karen
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::MCCARTHY "Pat" 12-DEC-1990 19:12:34.21
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: MCCARTHY
Subj: hardware standards
Two documents might be of interest to you.
[mccarthy.hardware.standard]JAMMA.DOC gives our current
implementation of JAMMA edge connector standards.
[mccarthy.hardware.standard]CIOMEMAP.DOC gives our current
"CONSISTANT MEMORY MAP" to standardise inputs on most games.
Please review and comment.
Pat.
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From: KIM::LOGG 13-DEC-1990 09:50:24.08
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Nonname is ready for play
COME
PLAY
NONAME
You have heard the rumors! So now is the time to come and play
that game that is so secret, it doesn't even have a name. If fact,
we have NOT even placed it in the common area. You must come to
the highly classified area of the Alpha sixpack. That's the area
outside Marble II/III, Danger Express, and Rampart.
Come and bring a friend and blow him out of the sky with your
dazzling flying skill. Or stop by and learn the basic controls
and skills of flying a helicopter.
As always should you get caught finding a bug, the team will
disavow any knowledge of your actions. But in any case write your
comments down or come find Ed Rotberg or myself.
You will have until this afternoon before this game is moved into
the Central Conference Room for our Focus Group.
___________________________________________________________________________
From: GAWD::KHODADADI "Farrokh Khodadadi" 13-DEC-1990 14:00:28.44
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC:
Subj: 25 inch monitors
If anyone knows where I can borrow a couple of 25" over-head
monitors, like the ones we use at the shows or what ever..., please
let me know. I need them for today, one day only.
Thanks
Farrokh
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From: KIM::ALBAUGH "Dr. Bizarro" 13-DEC-1990 15:27:42.04
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Irked
Well, now it's my turn to vent my anger at some anonymous
low-life. I was wandering through the common area and saw a new
issue of "Machine Design". "Hmmm", I thought to myself, "I haven't
gotten my copy of that issue yet". Imagine my surprise on picking it
up to discover it _was_ my copy. No only that, but the person who
presumably took it from my mailbox (and didn't bother to return it
there) also folded over a few pages, and tore out at least one more.
I might think those were shipping damages, but the note:
Sherry
415-838-0184
___________
Find Devsys
was almost certainly not put there by the publisher or the post office.
I am glad to share my magazines and if asked will put you (whoever you are,
yes still) on my informal "distribution list", but I would like an apology
and if I catch someone doing this again (_after_ Christmas, when I'm in a
worse mood) I'll rip your lungs out, hear?
Mike
P.S. I toyed with the idea of petty little things like calling Sherry
and finding out who she knows at Atari, or leaving out the number so
you'd have to see me, but hey, I'm normally a decent guy :-)
___________________________________________________________________________
From: ERNIE::SHEPPERD 13-DEC-1990 18:47:00.57
To: @SYS$MAIL:ENGINEER
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: Laser Printers
This is an offical announcement of the retirement of the NEC spinwriter (aka
LQ0, aka TTQ3) and the Diablo 630 (aka IT, aka TTR3). YEA!!
The replacements are QMS PS410 postscript laser printers. They are connected
to Appletalk and can take files from the Vax and the Mac's simultaneously.
These printers are fairly smart. They try to sense whether the data to be
printed is postscript or HP LaserJet II so they can do the correct emulation.
The problem is, many of the files that we normally print look an awful lot
like postscript (lots of #'s, /'s, { and }'s and %'s). I thought I could get
away with not having you have to specify whether the file you are printing is
a postscript file or just a plain text file but I can't.
Soooo, the print symbiont assumes you are printing a plain text file (or
something with embedded HP escape sequences) and inserts a non intrusive HP
escape sequence in front of your file so the printer immediately switches to HP
mode and won't get confused with postscript like text that may appear in your
file.
To print an actual postscript file, you need to specify a parameter on the
print command. This parameter tells the symbiont not to stick in the HP
command in front of your file. At this time, the parameter need only be non
blank (the symbiont doesn't care what the parameter is, only whether it's
there or not). You might want to assign a word for printing regular text
and printing postscript text:
$ PRLQ :== print/que=lq0
$ PRPS :== print/que=lq0/param=post_script
The printers each hold about 250 sheets of paper in the "optional tray" which is
underneath the printer. If it runs out of paper, an orange led on the control
panel labeled "paper out" will light. Check to see that the "optional tray" led
is lit (someone may have selected the "standard tray" via a printer command
which, on LQ0, is not normally loaded with paper). To add paper to the optional
tray, open it by pulling the drawer open (and out) to the left. Fill it as you
would a Xerox machine adding paper only to the fill line and reinsert the
drawer. To add paper to the "standard tray", just insert from 1 to about 50
sheets into the upper slot through the paper guides.
ds
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From: BERT::EVELYN 14-DEC-1990 07:52:39.17
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: LOST LUNCH BAG
There is a soft pack "Travelight' zippered lunch bag
that found its way into the Doc Center.
It is all alone and waiting for the owner
to claim it and all of the contents.
Thanks,
Evelyn
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From: BERT::GROSSMAN 14-DEC-1990 10:16:23.58
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Door Contest
Judging for the Decorated Door Contest will take place at 11:00 am
today. If you have decorated a door or cube wall and your name is not
on the following list, please let me know so you can be included in our
walk-around.
Atari Accounting Group
Becky Depew
Evelyn Perez
Tengen Accounting Group
Gina Close/Karen Atkinson
thanks
cynde
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From: BERT::GROSSMAN 14-DEC-1990 13:17:17.80
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: The Results Are In .....
AND THE WINNERS ARE:
1st Place - Karen Atkinson/Gina Close
2nd Place - Evelyn Perez
3rd Place - Design Services
Congratulations to all who participated in the FIRST ANNUAL ATARI/TENGEN
DOOR DECORATING CONTEST!
A special thanks also to our select panel of judges -
Deborah Geyer (Tengen)
Rick McDowell (Customer Service)
Mary Sumner (Technical Publications)
If you haven't had the opportunity, please take a tour of all the areas
and check out our Atarians and Tengenites creativity.
cynde
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From: GAWD::MURPHY 14-DEC-1990 16:55:22.64
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: HAIRY CHRISTMAS
My brother has 11 puppies which he needs to find good homes
for. These 4 week old bundles of fun are a cross between
Labrador and German Shepherd and just about the cutest things
you ever did see. Needless to say they would make memorable
Christmas presents and they're a bargain at $15 each.If you're
interested call me at 3783, but hurry if you want to get the
pick of the litter.
Sean
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From: KIM::LOGG 17-DEC-1990 10:05:23.23
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Mistletoe
MISTLETOE
$1.00
Boy Scout Troop 30 is selling mistletoe to earn money for their
1991 activities. This mistletoe was picked and packaged by the
scouts just over a week ago. Drop by the Engineering Common area
and pick up a package. If you can't make it, give Ed a call at
x1739. This is the last week before we go out of business (until
next year). And just a reminder, DON'T eat the berries, they are
poisonous.
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From: BERT::LOIS 17-DEC-1990 10:10:27.37
To: @SYS$MAIL:MOOREGANG
CC: LOIS
Subj: ENGINEERING X-MAS PARTY
IF YOU ARE ON THE TACO TEAM YOU NEED NOT READ ANY FURTHER!
On Friday, December 21 our 2nd annual Christmas Party (where the bosses cook)
will be held. In order to prepare for this gala I need to ask for your help.
We will need electric skillets and slow cookers. If you have one and would
care to loan it to us please contact me. It will be returned clean.THANKS....
THANKS......More information as to time, etc. will be given out later.
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From: GAWD::RAMPART 17-DEC-1990 13:45:13.28
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Play Rampart
Please to play the RAMPART in the common area.. This is the release
version and it needs some more test.
Six pack of brew (soda) for any fatal bugs.
JFS
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From: BERT::GROSSMAN 17-DEC-1990 15:07:33.59
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Cafeteria Update
The OFFICIAL RE-OPENING of Atari's 675 Sycamore Street Cafe is scheduled
for Wednesday, January 16. The cafeteria will be managed by Servo Foods.
A preliminary menu will be published in early January.
Servo will also be handling our coffee needs starting January 16. In the
mean time, if you run short of coffee supplies, contact Dennis Nale (#3746).
As more info becomes available - we will keep you posted!
cynde
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From: BERT::GROSSMAN 17-DEC-1990 16:18:34.98
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Canned Food Drive
As Christmas is just about one week away,
a reminder that Atari's canned food drive is drawing to a close.
If we all brought in just one can we would have a sizeable showing.
Please check your pantry, there must be at least one can you can donate
to help a needy Santa Clara Valley family. Donations will be picked up
on Wednesday.
Please take a few minutes to check your cupboards tonight and place your
cans in the box in the Cafeteria.
thanks!
cynde
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From: KIM::LOGG 19-DEC-1990 09:42:06.04
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: Yesterday
Jed;
We went to Fort Ord yesterday afternoon to fly their Singer Link
helicopter simulator. It was GREAT! What I would give for some simple
texture mapping.
I got the ROMs and will plug them in and try it out.
Thanks
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From: KIM::LOGG 19-DEC-1990 10:19:16.04
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: DSPlink
Jed;
We tried using the same ground and the new EPROMs but we still cannot
communicate in self test. I also noticed that I the receive buffer will not
clear when it is in OUT mode and the test connector is not used.
Could you also change the software to use 40 word packets?
During our Focus Group I noticed that the Compact PCBs and the Stun
PCBs I have do not use the same video resistors. Do the resistors R97, R108,
and R112 need to be eliminated? If so could you have Erik cut them out of
our PCBs and readjust the monitors.
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From: GAWD::DRIVER 19-DEC-1990 12:59:50.24
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Play the new Race Drivin' Linked game with REARVIEW MIRROR
We are releasing the final version of the Race Drivin' link soon
and have a version for your driving pleasure in the Engineering
common area. Bring a friend and come play!! (the play testers
are all sick today, so we would appreciate your input).
CHECK OUT THE NEW REARVIEW MIRROR!!!!!
Bugs so far:
1. rearview on autocross track has wrong lap car picture
2. sometimes have problem re-entering a linked game after game finish
Let us know what you think about the drones? Are they too hard,
too easy?
(you win a "free" game if you beat your friend and the drone)
Thanks a bunch!! Merry Christmas/Happy Chanukah!
Hard/Race Drivin' Team
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From: BERT::OPERATOR 19-DEC-1990 13:08:26.45
To: MARGOLIN
CC:
Subj: MESSAGE
HI JED,
BRIAN SWENOR DROPPED OFF A PART FOR YOU AT THE FRONT LOBBY, PLEASE COME
FORWARD TO PICK IT UP.
THANK YOU,
TINA
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From: GAWD::BRAD "Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they're not really after you" 19-DEC-1990 16:14:06.43
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: BRAD
Subj: those electronic thing-a-ma-jiggies
Has anyone used or purchased one of those electronic personal
event/calendar/diary/phone_dialer/notebook/ items like the BOSS? If so, are
they worth the +$200 they are asking for such item?
- brad -
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From: BERT::LOIS 19-DEC-1990 17:49:08.33
To: @SYS$MAIL:MOOREGANG
CC: LOIS
Subj: Engineering X-Mas Party
TACO TEAM PLEASE DISREGARD THE FOLLOWING!
ALL ENGINEERING STAFF ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO THE ANNUAL X-MAS PARTY
WHEN: DECEMBER 21, 1990, COOKING WILL BEGIN AT NOON
(HOPE TO EAT BY AROUND 12:45P)
WHERE: ENGINEERING COMMON AREA
WHO: COOKED AND CLEANED-UP BY TOP LEVEL ENGR. OFFICIALS
NOTE: THERE WILL BE A NOMINAL FEE OF $3.00 (payable to Lois) ASAP due to a
low balance in a certain fund which shall remain nameless.
NOTE: If you promised a slow cooker, wok, crock pot, fry pan, etc. please
bring it in by Friday morning. THANKSSSSS
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From: KIM::BRAD "Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they're not really after you" 20-DEC-1990 09:54:05.29
To: @SYS$MAIL:EE
CC: BRAD
Subj: Turbo c++
Anybody use Turbo C++? Is this worhth upgrading from MSC 6.0? Borland has a
deal for MSC users: $149 to upgrade to Turbo C++ Professional.
Should I do it?
- brad -
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From: GAWD::SHEPPERD 20-DEC-1990 15:52:49.65
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC: SHEPPERD
Subj: System down time
The systems (all of them) will be down on Sunday 12/30, Monday 12/31 and
Tuesday 1/1 for software upgrades. Sorry, but this is not negotiable.
Have a Happy New Year.
ds
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From: KIM::BIKE "BMX HEAT -- THE BMX RACING GAME" 20-DEC-1990 18:24:32.13
To: MARGOLIN
CC: BIKE
Subj: LOV on the AMS
The AMS Load Overlay command doesn't seem to be working. I have ROMs at
80000 to 9ffff on the Multisync board. If I map 80000 to 9ffff : RO and
then LOV 80000 to 9ffff I should see the ROM image in that overlay area,
right? I don't. It has other values. What's wrong? Is it (A) I'm doing
something stupid, (B) a defective AMS, (C) LOV doesn't work with Multisync,
or (D) None of the above...
Bonnie
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From: KIM::MARGOLIN 20-DEC-1990 19:59:29.07
To: BIKE
CC: MARGOLIN
Subj: LOV in the Afternoon
It should work. I have used LOV zillions of times in loading Self-Test ROMs
on MultiSync Boards.
Perhaps you have run out of Emulator memory. There are some AMSs that report
(and presumably think they have) more memory than they actually do have.
Or maybe you have a naughty AMS.
That's all I know about it.
LOV,
Jed
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From: BERT::SUMNER 21-DEC-1990 10:06:26.00
To: @SYS$MAIL:JUNK
CC:
Subj: Lost Galileo Cup
Has anybody out there seen my white Galileo cup with blue Galileo spacecraft
on it? That is the only souvenier I kept since I left JPL. I would really
appreciate the call if you have seen it. Mary Sumner X3722
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From: BERT::FRYE 21-DEC-1990 10:48:59.02
To: @SYS$MAIL:EVERYBODY
CC:
Subj: GAME ROOM SHUTDOWN
THE GAME ROOM IS BEING PLACED OUT OF SERVICE TODAY SO SANTA CAN DO SOME
REFURBISHING, AND SHOULD BE UP AND RUNNING PRIOR TO THE NEW YEAR.
ALSO, WE WILL BE INSTALLING NEW FLOORING IN THE HALLWAY (NEAR THE MAIN
LOBBY), THE CAFETERIA, AND THE MAIN LOBBY ITSELF.
SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE. WISHING ALL OF YOU THE
BEST FOR THE HOLIDAYS, BOB
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